What if the drive to work could actually be fun again? Built for Racine drivers who want a lightweight, rear-wheel-drive roadster instead of another crossover, the 2026 Miata comes in three distinct trims, and each one brings its own flavor of open-top thrill.
The 2026 MX-5 Miata lineup breaks down into three trims — Sport, Club, and Grand Touring — each building on the last with more performance hardware, technology, and comfort.
Covers the essentials for the pure roadster experience.
Leans heavily into driving dynamics and performance.
Adds premium creature comforts and advanced lighting.
All three Mazda Miata models share the same 181-hp Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter four-cylinder and 151 lb-ft of torque, along with a standard six-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. Where they differ is in the details — wheel size, suspension tuning, audio, and available tech. That’s good news for shoppers, since it means every Miata delivers the same core driving feel, and the trim decision comes down to how much extra polish someone wants layered on top.
The Mazda MX-5 Miata comes in two body styles: the classic soft top and the RF, or Retractable Fastback. The soft top uses a manually operated cloth convertible roof, while the RF features a power-retractable hardtop that folds away in about 13 seconds at the push of a button.
Choosing between Miata body styles really comes down to how someone wants their top-down moments to feel. The soft top keeps things simple and lightweight, with a quick manual latch that takes only a couple of seconds to release. The RF adds a coupe-like silhouette when the roof is up, borrowing styling cues from classic 1960s roadsters, and it feels a touch more refined and quiet on the highway.
Both share the same engine, chassis, and near 50:50 weight balance, so performance stays consistent either way.
This table helps Racine shoppers compare the main differences across Sport, Club, and Grand Touring in one place.
| Feature | Sport | Club | Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 16-inch alloy | 17-inch alloy | 17-inch alloy |
| Suspension | Standard | Bilstein sport-tuned | Bilstein sport-tuned |
| Audio | Standard system | Bose 9-speaker | Bose 9-speaker |
| Seating | Cloth | Cloth or leather | Heated leather |
| Lighting | Standard | Standard | Adaptive Front-lighting |
Every 2026 MX-5 Miata trim comes with a solid list of standard safety equipment, including Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Smart Brake Support, and a Lane Departure Warning System. Grand Touring adds a few extras on top of that base.
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 pairs its lightweight, driver-focused chassis with Dynamic Stability Control and Kinematic Posture Control on every trim, both working to help keep the car composed through curves. Grand Touring models step things up further with an Adaptive Front-lighting System and High Beam Control, useful for evening drives along back roads outside Racine.
Yes, every MX-5 Miata trim uses a front-midship-mounted engine paired with rear-wheel drive.
A six-speed manual is standard across the lineup, and Grand Touring also offers an available six-speed automatic with paddle shifters.
The standard Miata uses a manual cloth soft top, while the RF has a power-retractable hardtop that gives it a coupe-like look when raised.
Club and Grand Touring both come with the Bose 9-speaker premium audio system, an upgrade over the Sport’s standard setup.
Whether it’s the approachable Sport, the driver-focused Club, or the fully loaded Grand Touring, every 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata delivers that same lightweight, rear-wheel-drive thrill Mazda built its reputation on. Frank Boucher Mazda of Racine keeps the lineup on hand for anyone in Racine ready to compare them side by side.
Curious which trim feels right in person? Stopping by Frank Boucher Mazda of Racine for a test drive is an easy next step, and the team can walk through financing, options, and current offers along the way.
