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Average insurance rates for a Mazda MX-5 Miata are $938 a year including full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $164 a year, collision costs $236, and liability is estimated at $402. Buying just liability costs approximately $446 a year, with insurance for high-risk drivers costing around $2,020. Teen drivers receive the highest rates at $3,708 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $938

Rate estimates broken down by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $164
Collision $236
Liability $402

Includes $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability limits, and includes UM/UIM and medical coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and MX-5 Miata trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For a driver around age 40, prices range go from as low as $446 for a discount liability-only rate to a high of $2,020 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $446
Full Coverage $938
High Risk $2,020

Price Range by Location

Living in a larger city can have significant affects on the price of auto insurance. More rural locations tend to have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than larger metro areas.

The diagram below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on insurance prices.

Rural Areas $704
Small Cities $985
Large Cities $1,266

These examples highlight why it is important to get quotes for a targeted area and risk profile, instead of using price averages.

Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.

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Rates by State, City, and Model

The chart below breaks down estimated Mazda MX-5 Miata insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The lowest rate with discounts is $563
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save approximately $846 every year
  • The average rate for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $938
  • Choosing low $100 deductibles for comp and collision coverage will increase the cost to $1,112
  • Unlucky drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $2,020 or more
  • The cost for full coverage for a teen driver can cost as much as $3,708 each year

Auto insurance rates for a Mazda MX-5 Miata can also vary considerably based on your driver profile, the model of your MX-5 Miata, and liability limits and deductibles.

Older drivers with a good driving record and high deductibles may pay as little as $900 annually on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, where even good drivers will have to pay at least $3,700 a year. View Rates by Age

Where you live plays a big part in determining prices for Mazda MX-5 Miata insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $720 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or as much as $1,340 on average in Louisiana, New York, and Michigan.

Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $848 -$90 -9.6%
Alaska $720 -$218 -23.2%
Arizona $778 -$160 -17.1%
Arkansas $938 -$0 0.0%
California $1,068 $130 13.9%
Colorado $894 -$44 -4.7%
Connecticut $962 $24 2.6%
Delaware $1,058 $120 12.8%
Florida $1,170 $232 24.7%
Georgia $866 -$72 -7.7%
Hawaii $674 -$264 -28.1%
Idaho $634 -$304 -32.4%
Illinois $698 -$240 -25.6%
Indiana $706 -$232 -24.7%
Iowa $632 -$306 -32.6%
Kansas $888 -$50 -5.3%
Kentucky $1,276 $338 36.0%
Louisiana $1,388 $450 48.0%
Maine $578 -$360 -38.4%
Maryland $774 -$164 -17.5%
Massachusetts $748 -$190 -20.3%
Michigan $1,626 $688 73.3%
Minnesota $784 -$154 -16.4%
Mississippi $1,124 $186 19.8%
Missouri $830 -$108 -11.5%
Montana $1,006 $68 7.2%
Nebraska $736 -$202 -21.5%
Nevada $1,124 $186 19.8%
New Hampshire $676 -$262 -27.9%
New Jersey $1,048 $110 11.7%
New Mexico $828 -$110 -11.7%
New York $986 $48 5.1%
North Carolina $540 -$398 -42.4%
North Dakota $770 -$168 -17.9%
Ohio $646 -$292 -31.1%
Oklahoma $960 $22 2.3%
Oregon $858 -$80 -8.5%
Pennsylvania $894 -$44 -4.7%
Rhode Island $1,250 $312 33.3%
South Carolina $850 -$88 -9.4%
South Dakota $792 -$146 -15.6%
Tennessee $818 -$120 -12.8%
Texas $1,128 $190 20.3%
Utah $694 -$244 -26.0%
Vermont $640 -$298 -31.8%
Virginia $562 -$376 -40.1%
Washington $722 -$216 -23.0%
West Virginia $858 -$80 -8.5%
Wisconsin $646 -$292 -31.1%
Wyoming $834 -$104 -11.1%

Choosing high deductibles can save as much as $270 every year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $362 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you like to drive fast or tend to cause accidents, you are likely paying $1,100 to $1,600 in extra premium per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy ranges as much as 43% to 131% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates

With so much variability in rates, the best way to figure out which company is cheapest is to get quotes and see which company has the best rate. Each auto insurer uses a different rate calculation, and quoted rates can be significantly different from one company to the next.

Insurance Rates by Trim Level and Model Year

Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance Rates by Model and Trim Level
Model and Trim Annual Premium Monthly Premium
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2-Dr Convertible $914 $76
Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring 2-Dr Convertible $938 $78
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2-Dr Convertible $962 $80

Rates assume 2014 model year, a 40-year-old male driver with no accidents or violations, $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, minimum liability limits, and uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage included. Rates are for comparison only and are averaged for all 50 U.S. states.

Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata $256 $448 $338 $1,178
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata $248 $436 $354 $1,174
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata $240 $418 $364 $1,158
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata $226 $404 $376 $1,142
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata $208 $352 $388 $1,084
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata $188 $292 $390 $1,006
2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata $176 $254 $402 $968
2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata $164 $236 $402 $938
2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata $140 $178 $402 $856

Rates are averaged for all Mazda MX-5 Miata models and trim levels. Rates assume a 40-year-old male driver, full coverage with $500 deductibles, and a clean driving record.

How to Find the Cheapest Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance

Saving money on car insurance takes being a good driver, having good credit, not filing small claims, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Set aside time to compare rates at every policy renewal by getting quotes from direct car insurance companies like GEICO and Progressive, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The following list is a recap of the data covered above.

  • Policyholders who want an increased level of liability coverage will pay about $440 per year to raise limits from a minimum limit to 250/500 limits
  • You may be able to save approximately $110 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Increasing deductibles can save around $275 each year
  • Drivers age 16 to 20 are the costliest to insure, as much as $309 per month if they have full coverage

Rates by Driver Age

Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $3,708
20 $2,146
30 $960
40 $938
50 $860
60 $842

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,112
$250 $1,032
$500 $938
$1,000 $846

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $938
50/100 $1,042
100/300 $1,143
250/500 $1,404
100 CSL $1,083
300 CSL $1,304
500 CSL $1,465

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $5,242
20 $3,420
30 $2,044
40 $2,020
50 $1,926
60 $1,910

Full coverage, $500 deductibles, two speeding tickets, and one at-fault accident

If a financial responsibility filing is required, the additional charge below may also apply.

SR-22 Surcharge $127

Potential Rate Discounts

If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $48
Multi-vehicle $50
Homeowner $16
5-yr Accident Free $60
5-yr Claim Free $59
Paid in Full/EFT $36
Advance Quote $42
Online Quote $64
Total Discounts $375
Rate after discounts $563

Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.

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