The MX-5 (Miata) has long been one of the best rides available for under 30k. A 2.0L four-cylinder produces 166 hp and can be combined with either manual or automatic transmissions. Already the model of simplicity, the MX-5 is also offered with an optional retractable hardtop that has almost no tradeoffs.
| Model/Trim/Package | Engine | | | Original MSRP
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| MX-5 Sport | 2.0l I4 (167-bhp) | M5 | RWD | $23,110 |
| MX-5 Sport Convenience | 2.0l I4 (167-bhp) | M5 | RWD | $24,270 |
| MX-5 Sport Convenience | 2.0l I4 (158-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $25,370 |
| MX-5 Touring Suspension | 2.0l I4 (167-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $25,450 |
| MX-5 Touring | 2.0l I4 (158-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $26,550 |
| MX-5 Grand Touring Premium, Suspension | 2.0l I4 (167-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $26,710 |
| MX-5 Grand Touring Premium | 2.0l I4 (158-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $27,810 |
| MX-5 PRHT Touring Suspension | 2.0l I4 (167-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $27,150 |
| MX-5 PRHT Touring | 2.0l I4 (158-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $28,250 |
| MX-5 PRHT Grand Touring | 2.0l I4 (167-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $28,550 |
| MX-5 PRHT Grand Touring | 2.0l I4 (158-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $29,650 |
| MX-5 PRHT Grand Touring Premium, Suspension | 2.0l I4 (167-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $30,700 |
| MX-5 PRHT Grand Touring Premium | 2.0l I4 (158-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $31,300 |
