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Chevrolet Camaro vs Mazda Miata

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2024 Chevrolet Camaro

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2005 Mazda Miata

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Overview

SpecChevrolet Camaro1LTMazda MiataCloth
Selected trim1LTCloth
Body styleCoupeConvertible
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20242005

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet Camaro1LTMazda MiataCloth
MSRP$30,900$22,098 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,423 (best)—
Median listing price$36,847 (best)—
Highest listing price$66,399 (best)—
For sale now22 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet Camaro1LTMazda MiataCloth
Combined MPG20 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG26 MPG
Fuel tank19 gal (best)12.7 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet Camaro1LTMazda MiataCloth
Horsepower335 hp (best)142 hp
Torque284 lb-ft (best)125 lb-ft
Engine size3.6 L (best)1.8 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet Camaro1LTMazda MiataCloth
Seating4 seats (best)2 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume9.1 cu ft (best)5.1 cu ft
Curb weight3,411 lbs2,447 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—4 in (best)
Wheelbase110.7 in (best)89.2 in
Length188.3 in (best)155.3 in
Width74.7 in (best)66.1 in
Height53.1 in (best)48.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet Camaro1LTMazda MiataCloth
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet CamaroMazda Miata
1

1LT

$30,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Cloth

$22,098 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

1LT

$36,900 MSRP

LS

$24,903 MSRP

3

2LT

$32,900 MSRP

Base

$25,780 MSRP

4

2LT

$38,900 MSRP

Grand Touring

$26,580 MSRP

5

3LT

$36,900 MSRP

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6

3LT

$42,900 MSRP

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7

LT1

$38,800 MSRP

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8

LT1

$44,800 MSRP

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9

1SS

$42,300 MSRP

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10

1SS

$48,300 MSRP

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11

2SS

$47,300 MSRP

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12

2SS

$53,300 MSRP

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13

ZL1

$72,100 MSRP

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14

ZL1

$78,100 MSRP

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Chevrolet Camaro vs Mazda Miata FAQ

Which is better: 2024 Chevrolet Camaro or 2005 Mazda Miata?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2024 Chevrolet Camaro vs 2005 Mazda Miata on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2024 Chevrolet Camaro or 2005 Mazda Miata?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Mazda Miata starts lower at $22,098. Live Chevrolet Camaro listings start at $12,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2024 Chevrolet Camaro or 2005 Mazda Miata?
The 2005 Mazda Miata leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,098).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2024 Chevrolet Camaro or 2005 Mazda Miata?
The 2005 Mazda Miata leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2024 Chevrolet Camaro or 2005 Mazda Miata?
The 2024 Chevrolet Camaro leads on horsepower in this comparison (650).
Which has better seats: 2024 Chevrolet Camaro or 2005 Mazda Miata?
The 2024 Chevrolet Camaro leads on seats in this comparison (4).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2024 Chevrolet Camaro vs 2005 Mazda Miata?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Camaro (5/5 NHTSA overall).