Quick Take
The Mazda MX-5 (Miata in North America) is the world’s best-selling two-seat roadster — over 1 million produced since 1989 — and a Forza Horizon staple since the very first game. This page covers every confirmed MX-5 variant across all four real-world generations (NA / NB / NC / ND) in Forza Horizon 5 and Forza Horizon 6 (launching 2026-05-19).
Key Facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| First production year | 1989 |
| First market launch | USA (1990 MY ‘MX-5 Miata’); Japan (Eunos Roadster) 1989; Europe 1990 |
| One-million milestone | April 22, 2016 — Ujina Plant, Hiroshima |
| Guinness record | World’s best-selling two-seat sports car |
| Generations | NA (1989–1997), NB (1998–2005), NC (2005–2015), ND (2015–present; ND2 refresh 2018) |
| Drivetrain | Front-engine, RWD across all four generations |
| FH5 MX-5 variants | 1990 Miata, 1994 Miata, 1994 Miata Forza Edition, 1999 Miata 10AE, 2005 Mazdaspeed MX-5, 2013 MX-5, 2016 MX-5 |
| FH6 MX-5 count | 7 |
| FH6 NB present | No — no NB-generation MX-5 on official forza.net list (unconfirmed as of May 2026) |
| FH6 Forza Edition | 1994 MX-5 Miata Forza Edition (S2, V10 swap shown in reveal trailer) |
| FH5 1994 MX-5 PI / Class | 224 / D |
| FH5 1994 MX-5 power | 98 kW (131 hp) |
| FH5 1994 MX-5 weight | 1,023 kg |
| FH5 1994 MX-5 top speed | 192.6 kph |
| FH5 1994 MX-5 0–97 kph | 8.50 s |
| FH5 1994 MX-5 price | 15,000 Cr |
The MX-5 Across Four Generations
The Mazda MX-5 was unveiled at the 1989 Chicago Auto Show and went on sale in the USA in summer 1989. Mazda’s brief: revive the affordable lightweight British roadster formula using Japanese reliability. The recipe — front-engine RWD, ~1,000 kg, double-wishbone suspension, soft top — has not changed in 35+ years.
| Gen | Years | Chassis | Engine(s) | Notable variants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NA | 1989–1997 | NA6CE / NA8C | 1.6L B6 (115 hp), 1.8L BP (133 hp from 1994) | 1991 BBR Turbo, 1995 M Edition |
| NB | 1998–2005 | NB6C / NB8C | 1.6L / 1.8L BP, VVT from 2001 | Mazdaspeed Miata (turbo, 178 hp) |
| NC | 2005–2015 | NCEC | 2.0L MZR LF-VE | NC2/NC3 facelifts, PRHT hardtop |
| ND | 2015–present | ND | 1.5L / 2.0L Skyactiv-G (181 hp from 2018 ND2) | ND RF retractable fastback, MX-5 Cup |
On April 22, 2016, the one-millionth MX-5 rolled off the line at Mazda’s Ujina Plant in Hiroshima, certified by Guinness World Records as the best-selling two-seat sports car in history.
Every MX-5 in Forza Horizon 6 (Confirmed)
The official forza.net car list shows 7 MX-5 variants in Forza Horizon 6, spanning the NA, NC and ND generations. The NB is absent from the launch roster.
| Year | Model | Class | Generation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Mazda MX-5 Miata | D | NA (NA8C) | 1.8L BP, pop-up headlight Miata |
| 1994 | Mazda MX-5 Miata Forza Edition | S2 | NA | V10 swap build from reveal trailer |
| 2005 | Mazda Mazdaspeed MX-5 | C | NC | Factory turbocharged, 178 hp |
| 2013 | Mazda MX-5 | C | NC3 (facelift) | Final NC model year |
| 2016 | Mazda MX-5 | C | ND | Base ND Skyactiv-G 2.0 |
| 2017 | Mazda MX-5 Cup | B | ND (race-prep) | One-make spec racer |
| 2022 | Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | B | ND2 (181 hp) | Retractable fastback hardtop |
The 1994 NA Miata was the subject of the first episode of Playground Games’ On The Road To Forza Horizon 6 video series. The 1994 MX-5 Miata Forza Edition appeared in the FH6 reveal trailer with a V10 engine swap, twin turbos where the pop-up headlights should be, and rear overfenders — called out by The Autopian in their trailer breakdown.
No NB-generation Miata appears on the FH6 launch roster. This is unconfirmed as of May 2026 — Playground has historically added cars post-launch via Festival Playlist updates.
MX-5 in Forza Horizon 5 (Verified Stats)
| FH5 model | PI | Class | Power | Weight | 0–97 kph | Top speed | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 MX-5 Miata | 224 | D | 98 kW (131 hp) | 1,023 kg | 8.5 s | 192.6 kph | 15,000 Cr |
| 2005 Mazdaspeed MX-5 | ~400 | C | 130 kW (174 hp) | 1,134 kg | ~6.8 s | 222 kph | ~25,000 Cr |
| 2013 MX-5 (NC3) | ~380 | D | 116 kW (158 hp) | 1,100 kg | ~7.0 s | 218 kph | ~22,000 Cr |
| 2016 MX-5 (ND) | ~420 | C | 116 kW (155 hp) | 1,058 kg | ~7.3 s | 215 kph | ~28,000 Cr |
The 1994 MX-5 Miata stats are fully verified from Kudosprime. All stock MX-5s in FH5 sit in D–C class and reward smooth, momentum-style driving. FH6 in-game performance numbers are unconfirmed as of May 2026.
Why the Miata Is a Forza Horizon Staple
The MX-5 has appeared in every Forza Horizon since 2012. Three reasons:
- Icon status. Best-selling two-seat sports car ever made, recipient of more Car of the Year awards than any other roadster.
- “Miata Is Always The Answer.” The MX-5 is the cult pick for Goliath laps and B-class circuit racing in FH5 — light, RWD, perfectly balanced.
- The Forza Edition V10 swap. The 1994 MX-5 Miata Forza Edition turns the lightest car in the game into a 600+ hp S2 monster. The FH6 reveal trailer led with exactly this build.
FH5 vs FH6: What Changed for the MX-5
| Variant | FH5 | FH6 |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 MX-5 Miata (NA early) | Yes | Not on official list (unconfirmed as of May 2026) |
| 1994 MX-5 Miata (NA late) | Yes | Yes |
| 1994 MX-5 Miata Forza Edition | Yes | Yes |
| 1999 MX-5 Miata 10th Anniversary (NB) | Yes | No — NB absent at launch |
| 2005 Mazdaspeed MX-5 (NC) | Yes | Yes |
| 2013 MX-5 (NC3) | Yes | Yes |
| 2016 MX-5 (ND) | Yes | Yes |
| 2017 MX-5 Cup | Added via update | Yes (launch) |
| 2022 MX-5 Miata RF (ND2) | Added via update | Yes (launch) |
FH6 promotes the 2017 Cup and 2022 RF from update additions in FH5 to launch-day cars, while losing the NB-generation 1999 10th Anniversary Edition.
FAQ
How many Mazda MX-5 / Miatas are in Forza Horizon 6?
Seven at launch: 1994 NA, 1994 NA Forza Edition, 2005 Mazdaspeed (NC), 2013 NC, 2016 ND, 2017 MX-5 Cup, and 2022 MX-5 Miata RF. No NB-generation Miata appears on the official forza.net list as of May 2026.
Is the V10 Miata real in Forza Horizon 6?
Yes — the 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata Forza Edition appears in the FH6 reveal trailer with a V10 engine swap, twin turbos and overfenders. It sits in S2 class.
What year did the Mazda MX-5 first come out?
The MX-5 was unveiled at the 1989 Chicago Auto Show and went on sale in the USA in summer 1989 as a 1990 model. It was sold as “Eunos Roadster” in Japan and “MX-5 Miata” in North America.
Is the NB Miata in Forza Horizon 6?
Not on the official forza.net car list as of May 2026 (unconfirmed). FH5 included a 1999 MX-5 Miata 10th Anniversary Edition (NB), but no NB-generation Miata appears on the FH6 launch roster.
How many MX-5s has Mazda sold?
Mazda produced its 1,000,000th MX-5 on April 22, 2016 at the Ujina Plant in Hiroshima, certified by Guinness World Records as the best-selling two-seat sports car of all time.
Is the 2017 MX-5 Cup a real race car?
Yes. The MX-5 Cup is a one-make spec racer built for the Mazda MX-5 Cup series in North America — same chassis as the road ND but with a full roll cage, sealed engine and racing suspension.
What class is the 1994 MX-5 Miata in Forza Horizon 5?
D-class stock, PI 224, 98 kW (131 hp), 1,023 kg, top speed 192.6 kph. Price 15,000 Cr.