2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF vs. 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

Two Convertibles with some similarities, but otherwise different in most aspects such as the height, starting price, horsepower, ground shadow size, and maximum occupancy. First of all, there is a $6,830 difference in the base MSRP. The 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF has a higher starting price than the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. Also, the 2017 Beetle Convertible has a more powerful engine than the 2017 MX-5 Miata RF. In addition, the MX-5 Miata RF is both slightly smaller and significantly shorter than the Beetle Convertible. And finally, you'll seat two more passengers in the Volkswagen Beetle Convertible than in the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF. Among similarities is the body structure.