2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.79/5 Average
45 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The addition of an optional in-dash six-CD changer, a perimeter theft alarm (on models with remote keyless entry) and a standard trunk light. LS versions get a revised stereo and speed-sensitive volume control. Later in the year, a new Special Edition trim debuts.

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

User Reviews:

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  • I used to own a Vette! - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    Because of finacial reasons I sold my 2000 Corvette that I loved! I was in the market for an affordable convertible. I liked the styling of the Miata but I was concerned about going from a V8 to a 4cyl.All I can say is this is the most fun car to drive. I look forward to driving it every day. I really love it, even if some people say it is a girls car!

  • PUT MORE FUN IN YOUR LIFE - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    I only need a few words to express how much I enjoy Miata’s. I have three (3), all bought new. My first a ‘92 my second ‘99 and my beautiful ‘‘02 black & tan with all the bells and whistles. I couldn’t accept the SC brown leather with metallic gray.

  • Most fun I have had ever driving a car! - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    To all considering buying this car and worried about hp or interior comfortability, need not worry! My wife and I were considering a BMW Z3 but decided to go with this hot little #. It handles great, bose system is fantastic, and very peppy. I drive the car everyday to work and watch others driving into work with boring looks on their face and find myself smiling and thinking if they would have only bought a Miata! I am 6ft tall and I have ample room when driving. I go through the gears very fast and you get .4 cut off the 0-60mph with a 6 spd. I previously owned a Mustang GT conv. and love this car more by 10 fold.

  • bset value - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    If your looking for fun but are on a buget, buy a miata! Its like going on vacation everytime you get in! It is truely a FUN car! The car handles like its on rails! Once you drive, youll understand Mazdaa slogan zoom-zoom!

  • Lots of Great Used Miatas on the Road - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    When I was younger, I owned a Triumph and was recently considering buying a restored one for kicks. In the end, common sense won and I bought a six year old 02 Miata with about 45,000 km. Best decision, I ever made. Truly a fun, fun car to drive. Reminds me of the old British sports cars, but with updated power, engineering and reliability. You really do feel like part of the car when you drive. The engine is not big, but it has great torque. The power is in the right places when you shift and you get a great sense of acceleration and speed throughout every gear. You control the Miata; the car does not control you.

  • So far so good - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    Ive only had my new Blazing Yellow Special Edition Miata for a month, but so far so good. Its quite the headturner. I also bought the detachable hard-top and it really completes the look. People are constantly asking me "What kind of car is that?" Or one fellow said, "Thats the best-looking Miata Ive ever seen." Thats nice to hear!

  • fun car - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    great preformance and fun for the bucks

  • 02 Yellow Miata - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    Buying this car was one of the best things Ive ever done for myself.

  • Stylish and fun - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    I had a 99 Miata with a few options and was very impressed with the great handling, fun driving, and reliability it offered. To date the 99 has never seen the dealership again. Times changed and I could afford the exact Miata I wanted, a midnight blue with leather and sport suspension. It looks awesome. It feels a little more stable in bumpy turns thanks to some chasis bracing that was added this year. There is no power difference from 99 to 01 or 02 models. However, I love the car and its many positive traits. The only negative is the driving position needs to be improved.

  • Miata - 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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    great, fun car to drive.buy an option spoiler & a cold air intake

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