Mazda MX-5 Miata vs Tesla Model Y

Name: Tesla Model Y
Brand: Tesla
Rating: 4.7 (2240 reviews)

Mazda MX-5 Miata $28,000 – $28,320

Tesla Model Y $47,990 – $48,990

AI Comparison Summary

Comparing Mazda MX-5 Miata vs Tesla Model Y. Mazda MX-5 Miata offers the strongest value on price. Mazda MX-5 Miata leads on expert rating.

Overall Winner Mazda MX-5 Miata

Best Value Mazda MX-5 Miata

Top Rated Mazda MX-5 Miata

Fuel Economy Tesla Model Y

Performance Tesla Model Y

Winner

4.8/10

4.7/10

$28,000 – $28,320

Rating: 4.8/10

$47,990 – $48,990

Rating: 4.7/10

Specification	Mazda MX-5 Miata	Tesla Model Y

Brand	Mazda	Tesla
Model	MX-5 Miata	Model Y
Year	2026	2026
Type	—	Ev
Body Style	Roadster	Compact Crossover SUV

Current Price	$28,000 – $28,320	$47,990 – $48,990
MSRP	$28,320	$48,990
Dealer Price	$27,500	$47,990

Engine	2.0L SKYACTIV-G 4-Cylinder	Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower	181 hp	384 hp (est.)
Torque	151 lb-ft	Instant electric torque
0–60 mph	5.7 sec (0-60 mph)	4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed	135 mph	135 mph

Fuel Type	Gasoline	Electric
Mileage / MPG	26 mpg city / 34 mpg highway (manual)	117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV)	N/A	330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions	Low Emission Vehicle (LEV3-BIN70)	0 g/mi
Battery	Standard 12V automotive battery	Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging	N/A	250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)

Expert Rating	4.8/10	4.7/10
Community Reviews	0	2240
Performance Score	9.5	9.0
Comfort Score	7.5	8.7
Safety Score	8.5	9.1
Fuel Economy Score	9.0	9.5
Technology Score	8.2	9.5
Value Score	9.6	9.0

Pros	Exquisite handling and lightweight balance; Crisp 6-speed manual transmission; Strong fuel economy for a sports car; Aff...	Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons	Cramped cabin and limited cargo space; Significant road and wind noise with the soft top up; Tall drivers may find headr...	Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...