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ringing in all the jitters of the “fun” performance at a very affordable price is the 2021 Mazda MX-5 convertible. A two-door sports coupe that has been in production for more than 30 years. The current, fourth-generation Mazda MX-5 is quite an upgrade over the last facelift.

Though rival convertibles or sports coupes like the Fiat 124 spider and Mini Cooper Convertible are generally roomier and more usable day to day life. The Miata is unmatched in its ability to let you enjoy the pleasures of effortless driving. The Mazda MX-5 has been in production since the late ’80s and is still prevalent. What can better represent the quality and craftsmanship of the car, then the long years of service? The 2021 Mazda MX-5 convertible is another quality vehicle added to the long list from the company and has a sturdy build that will stand the test of time.

The latest Mazda MX-5 hasn’t been on sale for long enough to identify any reliability issues. With such a simple mechanical layout and plenty of electronic kits shared with existing models, the car should provide trouble-free motoring. However, it’s worth noting that if you plan to drive it hard – on road or track – then perishables such as brake discs, brake pads, and tires will need replacing more frequently. The JD power has a reliability score of 67 out of 100, which is above average for the segment. Also, there has been no safety recalls issued from NHTSA.

The 2020 Miata convertible has a base price of $26,580. That’s about average for the subcompact convertible. The price rises to around $33,000 for the Miata RF hardtop, which is higher than many coupe rivals like the Toyota 86 and Mini Cooper Convertible. Pretty easy to buy, thanks to the cost-effective lease options, it is also quite pocket friendly to own. If you don’t believe us, take a look at the 5-year ownership costs of the Club trim of the 2020 MX-5 manual:

The Mazda MX-5 convertible is an excellent piece of automobile, and also very much affordable. The 2021 Mazda MX-5 convertible is offered at a starting price of $26,000, which is very low considering other cars in the competition. Stick with a 2020 Miata if you want more standard safety tech than older models offer. Otherwise, consider saving money by shopping for a used model.

There have been a few critical updates since Mazda launched the fourth generation Miata for the 2016 model year. For 2017, a Miata RF variant debuted with a power-retractable hardtop. The 2019 model gained an upgraded engine with an extra 26 horsepower, and it became the first Miata available with forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking. These safety features are now standard on all 2020 Miata’s, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are newly available.