2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring

The MX-5 Miata RF is Mazda's retractable-hardtop version of the iconic roadster, blending open-air fun with coupe-like quiet when the roof is up. It's one of the most engaging cars you can buy, with a light feel and razor-sharp steering that make every corner a joy. The ride is firm and controlled, which keeps body roll in check but means you'll feel bumps more than in a cushier grand tourer. Inside, you get a snug two-seat cabin with quality materials and a simple, driver-focused layout, though trunk space is tight for weekend trips. Heated leather seats and a nine-speaker Bose audio system set the Grand Touring apart from the Club below it. The 2.0L I4 sends 181 horsepower through the six-speed automatic to the rear wheels, and the EPA rates it at 30 mpg combined. The retractable hardtop seals out wind noise well, though it adds a bit of weight that you'll notice on tight back roads.