Overview & Reviews

For 2001, the Miata receives a host of minor changes. Horsepower has been increased, and a six-speed manual transmission is now optional on the Miata LS. Both the exterior and interior have been updated and there are four new exterior colors. Regular Miatas now have 15-inch wheels as standard equipment, while both the Miata LS and cars equipped with the optional suspension package get 16-inch wheels. Safety and security are improved via seatbelt pre-tensioners, improved ABS, an engine immobilizer, an internal trunk release and optional keyless remote (standard on Miata LS).

• Fun to drive, excellent steering and handling, glass rear window.

• Small trunk, drones during freeway trips, over $20,000 MSRP base price.

User Reviews:

Showing 1 through 10 of 44.00

• 

  What a car! - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By paulcal2 - May 28 - 10:00 am

  It is everything Ive heard it was. The shifting is pure fun...lots of leg room, even with my 62" frame...and the styling is a real eye catcher. I only wished Id bought one 10 years earier!

• 

  Zoom- Zoom - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By MSB 4 fun - May 10 - 2:00 am

  This car is the greatest little car for trips to the beach the store or to work it brings back the fun in driving. Have had NO problems what so ever just turn the key and go. The handling right of the show room floor was great when I added four sticky tires the handling was like it was on rails. Needs a better sound system with top down needs an amp or more output. But the care is just plane fun.

• 

  Its Fun - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By Dickie - May 10 - 2:00 am

  I thought after many years of driving sedans, it was about time to have some fun so on my 65th birthday I bought a red Miata and it changed my driving experiences. This car makes you want to drive, especially with its "Zoom- Zoom" power and fast gear shifting. Hard to sane and legal.

• 

  Its all good ! - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By Lone Ranger - February 7 - 2:00 am

  The most fun you can have with your pants on ....

• 

  fun toy - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By noname - September 17 - 1:06 pm

  Ive had this car for 3 years since it was new and it is the best toy I ever owned. Close to worthless for long interstate drives since its noisy and uncomfy for long sitting periods. However for pure fun on curvy mountain roads with the top down, it can make your day. No complaints whatsoever, but the car is not a BMW. I think of it as a go kart with a great sound system. I would not have this as my only car; cant even use it to go grocery shopping and forget out of town for 2 trips with the limited luggage space unless you pack lightly. But it is a great car for what it is.

• 

  BRG Miata - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By TaTahn - September 9 - 12:56 pm

  With a few modificatons to the engine and exhaust, this TRUE Sports car can scoot. Have tried to break it loose in corners but the handling is super for a stock roadster. Think I see a 2006 on the horizon, this is one awesome vehicle.

• 

  The most fun for your dollar!! - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By no3minus - May 21 - 10:00 am

  For my money, there is no more fun per dollar available on earth than the Mazda Miata. I think the best part about this car is its total IMpracticality! With too few horses to get into real trouble, you acutally get to work the gears on this car, and it handles superbly.

• 

  Buy 2, theyre small - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By runsincircles - February 13 - 10:00 am

  Like other reviewers on this post, I love this car. I had a 1991 Miata and loved it and cried the day I sold it. 16 years later I found a pristine BRG SE with a matching hardtop and bought it on the spot. The dealership had it inside with the new Miatas, so I had a chance to compare them visually. I was truly disappointed with the 2009 Miatas interior..cheap plastic and the long strip of fake chrome over the glove box didnt ring my bell. I compared it to my 2001 interior, nothing can touch the beauty of the wood steering wheel, gear shift knob and tan leather seats. Handling is superb and the 6 speed tranny is a joy to shift (Amsoil gear shift oil eliminated my 3rd gear crunch.)

• 

  2001 LS.... - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By reubenmc - December 8 - 2:00 am

  Overall this car has been what I expected. Lots of fun to drive. Not alot of money. Not too hard on the gas. A few problems: My clutch has deteriorated immensly. Shudders and stutters on Moderate effort starts in first few miles. Worse on wet or humid days, going to persue warranty. Some of door trim has come loose. Safety catch on roof latch stopped catching after 6 months(roof still stays closed but could accidently release). Factory tires lasted 25,000 miles (Bridgstone Turanzas). Seats are too soft in the lumbar area. Emergency Brake handle is a serious knee space intruder.

• 

  Buy 2, theyre small - 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
  By nigel - November 12 - 2:00 am

  If you are now looking at these reviews, chances are you are considering buying a used miata. Here is my advice. Buy it! Fantastic reliability, exceptional handling, beautiful to behold. Average mpg 30. Whats not to like?