The Mazda MX-5 Miata,also known simply as the Mazda Miata,is a traditional roadster that features either a soft top or a power-retractable hardtop. Originally introduced in 1989,the MX-5 Miata has maintained a reputation for combining technological currency with a retro look. It underwent some restyling for the 2009 model year,and the 2010 model is largely a carryover. Marketing-wise,the MX-5 Miata is positioned between an ?economy car? and a ?pony car,? and no other roadster made in 2010 competes directly with it.

The 2-seat,rear-wheel-drive Mazda MX-5 Miata comes in three trim levels for 2010: Sport,Touring,and Grand Touring. The entry-level Sport trim features 16-inch wheels,retractable vinyl soft top,air conditioning,cloth upholstery,remote keyless entry,and a 6-speaker sound system. The Touring trim offers 17-inch wheels,cruise control,fog lights,and other enhancements?plus an optional power-retractable hardtop. The Grand Touring trim features leather upholstery,heated seats,Bose sound system,and a choice of a cloth soft top or a power-retractable hardtop.

Many option packages are available on the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata,and can include a sport-tuned suspension,portable navigation system,keyless ignition and entry,Xenon headlights,Bluetooth connectivity,removable hardtop,run-flat tires,and a rear spoiler,among others.

The 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata features a 167-horsepower,2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that delivers 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway when combined with the standard 5-speed (or 6-speed on the Touring and Grand Touring trims) manual transmission,according to the EPA. A 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters is optional on all trims.

Standard safety features on the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata include anti-lock disc brakes,front- and side-impact air bags,seat belt pre-tensioners,and ignition disabling. Stability control is optional with the Grand Touring trim.

Depending on the trim,starting MSRPs on the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata ranged from $22,960 to $28,400.