2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.83/5 Average
89 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Only minor changes are in store for the Miata this year. Base models receive standard 16-inch alloy wheels, a strut-tower brace, larger brakes and a child seat anchoring system. Cloth replaces vinyl on the top of the LS model, and tan leather gives way to a lighter parchment-colored hide. Also, the LS receives aluminum-colored interior trim and, for the first time, black leather is available as an option. New options include a cargo net, an auto-dimming mirror with an integrated compass and outside temperature display and special bezels for the headlights and taillights.

Pros:
  • Tremendous fun to drive, excellent steering and handling, glass rear window with defogger.
Cons:
  • Small trunk, drones during freeway trips, tight cabin.

User Reviews:

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  • Miada Mama - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    I bought it for fun but use it for work. Thrifty on fuel, waranty protection, dealer jumping through hoops for me. What more can one ask for. Mountain roads not a problem with the power and handling.

  • Sweet - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    Ilove my Miata it has alot of pep to the engine

  • My dream car! - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    Just purchased 2003 LS in triple black with 6-speed, antilock brackes and suspension package. 60 month financing at 0 percent made new possible instead of used. Beauty and fun all in one perfect package.

  • Special Edition 6 Speed - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    A true roadster! Light, small and agile. What more could a sports car aficionado want? A modern classic.

  • What an excellent car! - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    This is my second Miata, my first being a 93. I have found this car to be a dream to drive. It is fun, reliable, and simple. Aftermarket accessories abound, and its easy to work on yourself. They are not expensive, and no other car has such an enthusiastic following. It is simply the most fun you can drive!

  • Unbelievable! - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    Took delivery of my new 2003 Miata SE in Strato Blue Mica on 5/28/04. Had a 2003 Tribute ES V6 and loved it, but the looks of the Miata, plus what I knew about the features, reliability, and quality of the car made my decision to trade an easy one. Ive never owned a convertible before, but its been an easy adjustment, even though I dont have room to haul much of anything. For me, thats a minor trade-off. This being my third Mazda, I can honestly say that Mazda now has a customer for life. Ive had the top down most of the time and get plenty of comments on my great looking SE. Looking forward to enjoying it for many years to come!

  • Miata Shinsen is great! - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    Fun to drive, turns on a dime, solid construction, quiet engine, and any bad day turns good with the top down.

  • soaking in the rays - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    this is my first convertable-its 35-48 degrees and top has not been up yet except to wash car. handles great!! so far gas milage is great

  • Whoo Hoo - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    Great Fun sar. Better to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow ... but this car is not slow. Had it for 6 weeks and have not driven it with the top up yet! Snug fit but thats part of the fun. It was the Miata or the MINI Cooper S. When I thought about reliability, (top down) fun factor and styling the Miata won. Ive got a minivan for the 2 kids. This is a Sports Car.

  • My Shinsen - 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    The acceleration of this vehicle is really lacking. I really wish that it had tilt steering. Dont know if it is true but I was told that this particular year only came in manual and that an automatic transmission was not an option. I would have preferred an automatic. My Shinsen is a third vehicle and stays mostly protected in the garage. I would have to say that I am pretty satisfied to own such a one of a kind (once again was told by my dealership that only 1500 of them were made).

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