First Drive and Review: 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring

I recently got behind the wheel of the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring at the Drive Revolution press event in Vancouver, Washington. Drive Revolution was a two-day media event where I sampled 20 different new vehicles, so this video is a First Look and First Drive, rather than a full week-long review. The MX-5 Miata RF combines a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder producing 181 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque with rear-wheel drive and the Miata's lightweight two-seat sports-car formula. The RF adds a power-operated retractable fastback roof that can open or close in about 13 seconds, while the Grand Touring trim adds more comfort and convenience without abandoning the driver-focused character of the MX-5. https://quotes.everymandriver.com/ - Get matched for FREE in seconds with the right vehicle, at the right price and at the right dealer. In this video, I take you through the interior, retractable roof, exterior design and powertrain before getting behind the wheel here in the Pacific Northwest. In an era of increasingly powerful, complicated and heavy vehicles, does the Miata's simpler approach still work? Watch the full video for my first-drive impressions. Subscribe to Dave Drives for more First Drive videos from Drive Revolution and new vehicle content every week. #MazdaMiata #MX5Miata #MazdaMX5 #MiataRF #Mazda #SportsCar #DaveDrives #FirstDrive #EverymanDriver #DriveReview #POVDrive #TestDrive #RealWorldReview #CarReview #SUVReview #OffRoadTest #NewCarReview