2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata

There are faster cars and larger cars, but few vehicles deliver the simple satisfaction of a Mazda MX-5 Miata. This 2022 Grand Touring is finished in Machine Gray Metallic and pairs Mazdaâs naturally aspirated 2.0-liter SKYACTIV-G four-cylinder with a six-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The result is a lightweight two-seat roadster built around balance, steering response, and open-air driving through Tampa Bay. The 2.0-liter engine produces 181 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque, numbers that make more sense when considered alongside the Miataâs low mass and compact dimensions. The six-speed automatic includes steering-wheel paddle shifters, giving the driver more direct control when desired while remaining easy to use in traffic. For 2022, Mazda introduced Kinematic Posture Control, a chassis technology that applies a small amount of braking to the inside rear wheel during higher-load cornering to help reduce body roll and make steering response feel more linear. It adds precision without heavy hardware. Grand Touring specification gives this Miata a more complete everyday cabin without diluting the roadster formula. Heated black leather seats, automatic climate control, Mazda Navigation, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink, bright interior trim, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel make the car comfortable enough for regular use. The low seating position, short hood, and close-at-hand controls keep the driving environment intimate. Put the soft top down and the cabin becomes exactly what a Miata should be: simple, open, and centered on the driver. Mazda Connect operates through a seven-inch color display and rotary controller with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Grand Touring also carries Bose nine-speaker premium audio with headrest speakers designed to keep music audible with the top lowered. Navigation and SiriusXM travel information add useful support for longer drives toward Clearwater or St. Petersburg, while keyless access makes everyday use more convenient. Machine Gray Metallic highlights the sculpted body lines, while dark silver 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels, body-color heated mirrors, an auto-dimming driver-side mirror, LED lighting, rain-sensing wipers, and automatic headlamp operation give the Grand Touring a polished appearance. The manual soft top remains one of the Miataâs best features because it can be opened or closed quickly without adding the weight and complexity of a power mechanism. Driver-assistance equipment includes Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Smart City Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning, an Adaptive Front-lighting System, High Beam Control, and Traffic Sign Recognition. Those systems add useful awareness without changing the carâs essential character. Four-wheel disc brakes, double-wishbone front suspension, a multi-link rear layout, electric power steering, and Mazdaâs careful attention to weight distribution continue to define how