View 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Photos
We'll always prefer Miatas with the stick shift, but Mazda's updates for 2019 work just as well with the optional automatic.
The 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF receives several meaningful updates for the new model year that make it better than ever—regardless of which transmission you choose.
The hardtop 2019 Miata RF shares its mechanicals with the Miata roadster, including a more powerful 2.0-liter inline-four that now produces 181 horsepower, up from the previous 155.
A six-speed manual transmission is standard on all MX-5 Miata RFs, although a six-speed automatic is a $600 option.
The RF targa adds about 100 pounds to the conventional Miata roadster's curb weight, with the automatic transmission piling on another 50 pounds versus the manual.
The Miata RF's coupe-like roofline is fetching, and the setup is slightly quieter than the softtop roadster's, but lowering the targa roof panel results in a swirl of turbulent air in the cabin at speed.
As with the MX-5 roadster, the Miata RF is rather stingy on headroom with its roof in place.
The 2019 Mazda MX-5 RF with a manual transmission can reach 60 mph in 5.8 seconds, 0.7 second quicker than with an automatic.
Along with being more powerful, Mazda's updated 2.0-liter engine revs to its redline with greater enthusiasm and generates a more enjoyable soundtrack.
Opting for the Miata RF over the roadster commands a price premium of $2555 to $2755, depending on the model.
For lankier drivers, the addition of telescopic adjustment to the 2019 Miata's previously tilt-only steering column is almost as welcome as its increased power output.
While Mazda offers the MX-5 Miata in more variations than ever, there is no bad way to configure the latest example.
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Manual
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