Car leasing: 2021 Mazda MX-5 GT in Mapleton

Thinking of buying the 2021 Mazda MX-5 GT?

We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2021 Mazda MX-5 GT for sale by us right now. We do not lease cars. A monthly rental has no long contract: each booking runs up to 365 days. Here is what to know about the 2021 Mazda MX-5 GT before buying one.

A buyer's checks

In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.

The figures, translated

The powertrain here is the 2.0L 4-cylinder with rear-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.

At 7.9 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 24 litres of fuel. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $41.49 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,750 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Who rents the MX-5

It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.

Inside and out

As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second.

Rent it for a week first

Drive the MX-5 on your commute before you commit to it. Try the MX-5 on your commute, then decide. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.

Choosing the right one

A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.

What it costs to run

A 1,000 km month costs roughly $138.30 at our price setting. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$2,750 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Mapleton and the MX-5

CarmaCars is based in Toronto, about 2,635 km from Mapleton, and does not deliver there. If you need it in Mapleton itself, send a request and we will tell you honestly whether we can help.

One more step

Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.