Trim Report

Mazda MX-5 Miata M-Edition1999

Includes:MIATA|M-Edition

Mazda MX-5 Miata Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata trims

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 75 complaints, the 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
75
Complaints
10
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata's biggest weak point? SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. It leads 75 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic16
02Engine And Engine Cooling9
03Electrical System8
04Power Train7
05Fuel System, Gasoline6
75 total across 1 model years (1999–1999)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Mazda MX-5 Miata Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata trims

22–24mpg combined
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20-22city
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26-27hwy
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$1,800-$2,000/yr

Fuel economy for the 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata ranges from 22 to 24 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
MX-5 Miata - Manual 5-spd
24mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
22 city27 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
MX-5 Miata - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
21 city26 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
MX-5 Miata - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

M-Edition Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata M-Edition

How does the M-Edition compare to other Mazda MX-5 Miata trims?

the M-Edition sits in a specific spot in the 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata M-Edition?

Budget for standard M-Edition maintenance plus any trim-specific items. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Mazda MX-5 Miata M-Edition?

The best model year for the Mazda MX-5 Miata M-Edition comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Mazda MX-5 Miata overview.

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