HERITAGE

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

HERITAGE

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

Celebrating 35 Years of the Mazda MX-5 Miata Roadster



THE MAZDA MX-5 MIATA 35TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

MORE THAN A MILESTONE

The MX-5 Miata has captivated passionate sports car enthusiasts for generations. Now, the 35th Anniversary Edition elevates that legacy with luxurious details and masterful craftsmanship. This exclusive celebration of roadster excellence offers a rare opportunity to own a truly distinguished piece of the Mazda heritage.

CELEBRATE THE MAZDA MX-5 MIATA         DISCOVER THE HISTORY         MEET THE FANS

HONORING GENERATIONS OF ROADSTER SPIRIT

The MX-5 Miata 35th Anniversary Edition. A tribute to the original roadster spirit, perfected. Impeccable craftsmanship and refined performance enhancements create an unparalleled connection to the open road.

Pre-production model shown

 



TIMELINE

A HISTORY OF EXCELLENCE

A FAMILY OF DISTINCTION

THE HISTORY OF THE MX-5 MIATA

Over its four generations, the MX-5 Miata has remained an authentic lightweight sports car. Its engaging open-air driving style has been discovered by over a million people all around the world.

Mazda MX-5 Miata Generation 1 – Model NA (1990-1997)

GENERATION 1

MODEL NA (1990-1997)

  • First introduced at the Chicago Auto Show on Feb. 10, 1989
  • A short, direct shift made changing gears a joy
  • Rounded taillights begin a signature design detail
1990
Mazda MX-5 Miata Generation 2 – Model NB (1999-2005)

GENERATION 2

MODEL NB (1999-2005)

  • Engine power increased slightly
  • Convertible top included glass rear window
  • New headlights replaced the heavy pop-ups
1999
Mazda MX-5 Miata Generation 3 – Model NC (2006-2015)

GENERATION 3

MODEL NC (2006-2015)

  • Steering wheel controls were introduced for a more premium feel
  • A Power Retractable Hard Top was offered for the first time
2006
Mazda MX-5 Miata Generation 4 – Model ND (2016+)

GENERATION 4

Model ND (2016+)

  • The design takes a sharp turn in a new direction
  • Curb weight is reduced by 148 pounds or more
  • Details like rounded taillights help keep the MX-5 Miata heritage intact
2016
Mazda MX-5 Miata Generation 5 – RF (2017)

GENERATION 4

RF (2017)

  • Introduction of the retractable fastback roof
  • Same great driving dynamics as the original
  • Available in a new Signature Machine Gray Metallic paint
2017



RACING HERITAGE

The Mazda launch of the MX-5 Cup car in 2006 was a rousing success, and the momentum continues in the Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin. The Mazda MX-5 Cup series awards over $1,000,000 in year-end & per race prizes, including a $250,000 payout for the champion–and thrills every spectator who witnesses it.

MX-5 CUP



OWNER STORIES

MAZDA MX-5 MIATA OWNERS SHOW THE LOVE

Celebrating the Mazda MX-5 Miata begins with celebrating our fans and their stories–across the world, from every culture and throughout the vehicle’s rich history.

Mazda MX-5 Miata – 25 Hours of Thunderhill

25 HOURS OF THUNDERHILL

Every year, the Mazda team proudly shows up at the 25 Hours of Thunderhill, bringing Global MX-5 Cup cars and an all-hands-on-deck spirit. With Mazda dealers, employees, and pro racers teaming up as drivers and coaches—and even senior leaders pitching in as pit crew—this event embodies our shared passion for motorsport and teamwork.

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Mazda MX-5 Miata – Balance and Joy

BALANCE AND JOY

For Sarah Bantay, her 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata felt just the same as her 1994 model, “joyful, balanced and fun." Hear her story about how these sports cars have been a constant in her life.

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Launch Edition Mazda MX-5 Miata RF with David Putter

FANATICS GET FIRST
MX-5 MIATA RF

Ever since David Putter discovered a passion for the Mazda MX-5 Miata in 2011, he’s never looked back. So, it’s no surprise he was invited to reserve one of the limited launch edition MX-5 Miata RF cars when they first arrived.

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