Miata MX-5 To Get A Big Dose Of Masculinity In 2019

We pretty much already knew Mazda was giving the Miata more power. A Japanese car magazine, Car Watch, reviewed an updated Miata with 181 hp earlier this month. Now, Mazda has confirmed that the U.S.-spec Miata will also receive this sweet upgrade.

The 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata will deliver 181 hp from its 2.0-liter engine, up from 155 hp. Torque has increased from 148 lb-ft to 151 lb-ft, and Mazda is promising a richer torque curve throughout the entire rev range. Redline has jumped from 6,800 rpm to 7,500 rpm.

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MDarringer - 6/20/2018 11:30:31 AM

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300 horsepower would be noteworthy, but 181 is laughable.

focal - 6/20/2018 11:54:03 AM

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Power weight ratio, handling, unsprung weight, torque band all contribute to a better package than pure horsepower. Add in a manual transmission and it's driving nirvana. Horsepower is for mindless launches. Boring in 5 minutes.

MDarringer - 6/20/2018 12:22:31 PM

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So why are you so vehemently opposed to a VERSION of the Miata with 300 horsepower. I'm perfectly OK with you being able to buy the Camry of sports cars, but those of us who actually know how to drive real sports cars realize that this car has a lot more to give. Moreover, a 300 horsepower Miata with a controlled price would probably triple Miata sales.

I guarantee you've never driven a Miata at the track, That's boring in 5 minutes because you quickly realize how it needs power and better grip to transcend its Barbie-Girl/Flavored-Martini-Man shame.

templar19d - 6/20/2018 12:13:45 PM

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I love the targa version!

templar19d - 6/20/2018 12:16:01 PM

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCYi3k2KcSs :))

focal - 6/20/2018 12:45:14 PM

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@MDarringer, I have been contemplating buying a Frontline LE50, so yes, I understand how more horsepower (Miata engine) would be appreciated in a lightweight package.

I appreciate great power weight and handling more but depending on the track horsepower may not be needed. The driver development track at Mosport is fine for a lower hp car, but I do prefer my GT4 on the big grand prix circuit.

How often does one get to a track though?

MDarringer - 6/20/2018 12:50:46 PM

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I've torched Miatas at the track in a variety of cars:

Mustang V6 stick axle
Mustang V6 IRS
Golf
GTI
Veloster turbo
Mini Cooper

MDarringer - 6/20/2018 1:10:47 PM

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(1) I know how to drive and others don't, so embarrassing guys is easy. (2) I can afford track time. (3) I have access to a lot of cars. (4) Most people don't know how to drive FWD to its maximum.

I have a one-sided grudge match with a GTR (he holds the grudge) because I easily beat him in the Sagaris. He refuses to go to driving school, so I cannot resist showing him who the alpha is. It's very D/s (no pun intended).

#dismissed

MDarringer - 6/20/2018 4:04:15 PM

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Nah, the Miata and GT86 are pretty shitty. At least the Veloster Turbo has some power.

MDarringer - 6/20/2018 10:17:10 PM

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Nah @joneshamilton. I'm not a nose-uppity snob like your are ensconced in your bigotry against Koreans.

focal - 6/20/2018 1:28:44 PM

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@MDarringer Forget track, street fun? That's where a majority drive.

skytop - 6/20/2018 9:23:38 PM

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It's great for mowing the grass and hauling tiny trailers.