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Mazda MX-5 Miata and Toyota Tacoma Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 15300 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Very good so far. Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.2016		 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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  41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 15300 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Very good so far. Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.
28 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 65700 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.2006		 Mazda MX-5 Miata Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  28 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 65700 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.

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Toyota Tacoma Lemon Odds and Nada Odds Results through June 30, 2018

Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Toyota Tacoma Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Mazda MX-5 Miata and Toyota Tacoma reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Mazda MX-5 Miatas and Toyota Tacomas with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Mazda MX-5 Miatas and Toyota Tacomas that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Mazda MX-5 Miata and Toyota Tacoma lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Mazda MX-5 Miata and Toyota Tacoma have been recently.

To see how frequently Mazda MX-5 Miata and Toyota Tacoma problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Mazda MX-5 Miata

Mazda MX-5 Miata Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD		 Excellent design history and reliability, excellent curb appeal see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2006 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD		 Be prepared for compliments and looks. This car attracts people. It looks good and is FUN FUN FUN. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2002 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic RWD		 Miatas have good reliability, and the Miata is the kind of car that makes everyone smile, and other MX5 owners wave. Really. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2002 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic RWD		 Very good reliability and value. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Toyota Tacoma

Toyota Tacoma Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range		 That is why I purchased it. see full Toyota Tacoma review
2007 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range		 Toyota has a reputation for reliability. see full Toyota Tacoma review
2007 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range		 Toyotas hold their value and are solid reliable trucks see full Toyota Tacoma review
2007 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range		 Very reputable and great resale value see full Toyota Tacoma review
2007 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed 159-horsepower 2.7L I4
5-speed manual RWD		 I still see so many on the road that are at least 20yrs old. Hoping the 2.7L is at least half as reliable as the 22RE engine. see full Toyota Tacoma review
2006 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed 236-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic RWD		 I have owned numerous Fords, Chevys, Nissans, and Toyotas. This was my 1st Toyo truck and it has been a shining example of the Toyota line. see full Toyota Tacoma review