As of October 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) is actually worth $26,100 (fair range $22,900 to $29,200). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 114 recent confirmed sales, normalized for mileage, and blends auction hammer prices (grossed up for buyer's premium) with real-world asking behavior.
Sellers are currently asking a median of $26,800 — about 3% above what these cars have actually been selling for.
As of October 2026, the Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) market has 1,000 active listings across 14 marketplaces tracked by CarSearch.Pro. The median asking price is $20,986, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $18,295 and $22,995. Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) prices have decreased 13.6% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $26,500 to $22,900.
The typical Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) on the market has 54,033 miles. Listings spend an average of 11 days on market before selling or being removed.
Current Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) Pricing
A fair price for a Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) in October 2026 is between $18,295 and $22,995 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $15,988 to $23,998 across 1,000 active listings.
Price Distribution (1,000 Active Listings)
Percentile
Price
Meaning
10th
$15,988
Budget / project cars
25th
$18,295
Below average price
Median (50th)
$20,986
Typical market price
75th
$22,995
Above average / premium
90th
$23,998
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $20,339, which is lower than the median, suggesting pricing is relatively symmetrical across the market.
Price by Mileage
Mileage Range
Listings
Median Price
Under 10,000 mi
22
$24,000
10,000 - 25,000 mi
129
$22,950
25,000 - 50,000 mi
281
$22,199
50,000 - 100,000 mi
471
$19,894
100,000 - 150,000 mi
84
$15,989
Over 150,000 mi
6
$13,950
Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) Price Trends
Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) prices have decreased 13.6% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q3, the median sale price was $22,900 across 53 sales, down from $26,500 in 2026-Q2.
On a year-over-year basis, Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) prices are down 3.3% ($22,900 vs. $23,684 a year ago).
Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) Quarterly Sale Prices (Historical)
Quarter
Sales
Median Price
Average Price
2024-Q4
18
$26,000
$26,702
2025-Q1
24
$23,250
$24,002
2025-Q2
46
$24,720
$25,053
2025-Q3
38
$23,684
$24,020
2025-Q4
36
$24,900
$24,366
2026-Q1
23
$25,678
$24,302
2026-Q2
37
$26,500
$25,292
2026-Q3
53
$22,900
$26,129
Best Value Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) by Model Year
The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) offers the best value with a median price of $19,112 across 366 listings. The most expensive model year is 2024 at a median of $24,500.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
2015
1
$20,998
$20,998
$20,998
2016
366
$19,112
$2,500
$24,490
2017
187
$20,803
$5,000
$24,598
2018
136
$20,300
$11,500
$24,790
2019
95
$21,995
$13,800
$24,806
2020
74
$23,094
$2,500
$24,742
2021
86
$22,997
$17,477
$24,882
2022
28
$22,989
$17,995
$24,800
2023
22
$24,041
$21,495
$24,703
2024
5
$24,500
$19,950
$24,845
How Mileage Affects Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) Value
Most price guides assume value falls linearly with mileage. It doesn't. CarSearch.Pro learns the actual price-vs-mileage curve for the Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) from confirmed sales, referenced to a typical example at about 14,300 miles:
Odometer (approx.)
Value Multiplier
Implied Value
1,453 mi
1.41x
$36,719
4,678 mi
1.14x
$29,768
11,349 mi
1.09x
$28,450
20,707 mi
1.00x
$26,174
38,209 mi
0.88x
$23,070
64,255 mi
0.71x
$18,481
89,300 mi
0.82x
$21,411
166,000 mi
0.71x
$18,493
300,000 mi
0.57x
$14,781
Low-mileage examples carry a real premium in this market: around 1,453 miles, cars trade at roughly 1.41x the reference value. At the other end, 300,000-mile examples trade at about 0.57x. Implied values here are anchored to this market's True Value.
Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) Price Forecast
Horizon
Direction
Probability
Regime
Past Accuracy
6 months
↓ DOWN
55%
appreciating
48% over 42 tests
12 months
↓ DOWN
54%
appreciating
39% over 36 tests
24 months
↓ DOWN
53%
appreciating
29% over 24 tests
These are probabilistic direction calls, not price targets. The "Past Accuracy" column is this model's real walk-forward record on the Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) — every month we re-run the forecast as if we only knew what was knowable then, and grade it against what actually happened. We publish the hit rate either way. Full methodology & track record →
Where to Buy a Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND)
The highest concentration of Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) listings is in TX with 144 active listings, followed by CA (116), FL (84), VA (50), GA (43).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in OH at $18,295, while SC has the highest at $22,998. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $4,703.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
TX
144
$21,392
CA
116
$21,620
FL
84
$20,998
VA
50
$21,468
GA
43
$18,767
OH
43
$18,295
NJ
42
$19,998
NC
40
$20,789
PA
37
$21,998
IN
29
$22,268
Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) Market Velocity
Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) listings spend an average of 11 days on market. This is a fast-moving market. Buyers should expect competitive pricing and be prepared to act quickly on well-priced examples. Sellers can generally expect strong demand.
The median time on market is 11 days.
Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) Buyer's Guide Summary
Fair price range: $18,295 to $22,995. The median is $20,986. Anything below $18,295 is a strong value; above $22,995 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Trending down: Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) prices have dropped 13.6% recently. Patient buyers may benefit from waiting, but desirable examples still sell quickly.
Best value year: The 2016 model year has the lowest median price at $19,112, making it the most accessible entry point into Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) ownership.
Act fast: With an average of 11 days on market, good examples sell quickly. Have financing arranged and be ready to move on a listing within days.