Comfort matters no matter what car you drive. In a 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata, this becomes doubly important because of its intimate cabin. Depending on the trim, this little roadster comes with two different seats. The standard sport seats come trimmed in either cloth, leather, or Nappa leather. Meanwhile, the Recaro sport seats that come part of the aptly named BBS/Brembo/Recaro package have a mix of leather and suede. The standard seats offer good bolstering, but they lack lumbar support because of their thin seatbacks. For those wanting added comfort, are the Recaros worth the nearly $5,000 cost? We say yes, but with a caveat.
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata: Thicker, More Supportive
Step in. Get yourself comfortable. The Miata’s available Recaro seats include more aggressive bolstering than the standard sport seats. Although similar in width, these hold you better in place through corners, especially with the thicker thigh bolsters. The suede seatback inserts and cushions prevent you from sliding around, too, keeping you in place. Additionally, you sink into the seat, enhancing the driver-centric feel from behind the wheel. Plus, the lower seat mounting gives drivers additional headroom versus the standard seat. However, don’t expect much in terms of recline.
Like the standard seat, the Recaros lack height adjustment. Instead, moving the seat forward raises it, while pushing it back lowers it. Moreover, the extra cushioning brings enhanced support for the lower back area, making it more viable for longer drives. There is one caveat, though. People with larger frames may not fit well in the Recaros and will likely feel like they’re sitting on the seat rather than in it. Meanwhile, the small cabin limits how many people can fit in the Miata. Smaller and average-sized people fit fine, but taller ones will feel crammed.
To sum it all up, yes, the Recaro seats are worth the cost. Provided you fit well in them, that is. They offer a great combination of supportiveness and comfort for small to average-sized adults. These seats elevate the driving experience because they enhance the car’s sporty feel. If you fit comfortably in a Miata, the Recaros are worth every penny.
