Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Lease Offers at Bob Penkhus Mazda South

Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Lease Offers at Bob Penkhus Mazda South

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF is the retractable fastback version of Mazda's iconic roadster — a sports car with a power hardtop that opens and closes in approximately 13 seconds, creating a sleek fastback coupe silhouette when closed and a fully open roadster experience when the top is down. It delivers everything that makes the Miata exceptional — the SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter engine revving to 7,500 rpm, the near-perfect 50/50 weight distribution, the Kinematic Posture Control, the rear-wheel drive — in a package that U.S. News calls unlike anything else in the segment for smiles-per-mile. The RF is available in two configurations: the Grand Touring starting at $38,450, and the Club at $43,135 with the Brembo BBS Recaro Package standard. For Colorado Springs drivers looking for Mazda MX-5 Miata RF lease offers in Colorado Springs, CO, the full suite of Mazda Financial Services lease programs is available at Bob Penkhus Mazda South, located at 1101 Motor City Dr in Colorado Springs, CO. Whether you are coming from Fountain, Falcon, Pueblo, or anywhere across the Colorado Springs metro area, our team is here to help you find the right RF lease.

The RF Difference: A Fastback That Converts in 13 Seconds

The RF — Retractable Fastback — sets the MX-5 Miata RF apart from the soft top in one defining way: its power hardtop. Where the soft top uses a manually operated cloth convertible, the RF's hardtop retracts electronically at the push of a button in approximately 13 seconds at speeds up to 6 mph — folding neatly behind the seats without consuming any additional trunk space. When closed, the RF presents a fastback coupe roofline that is visually distinct from any other sports car in its price range — lower, sleeker, and more fixed-roof in character than a traditional convertible. The closed cabin is also meaningfully quieter on Colorado Springs highway driving than the soft top, with better insulation against wind, road noise, and Front Range temperature swings. The RF weighs approximately 110 pounds more than the equivalent soft top trim, a difference that is perceptible in back-to-back comparison but that most drivers will find entirely acceptable given what the hardtop adds in practicality, refinement, and visual presence.

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Trim Lineup

The RF lineup consists of two trim levels with an important pricing note: the Club is priced above the Grand Touring because the Brembo BBS Recaro Package — a $5,050 option on the soft top Club — comes standard on every RF Club. The Grand Touring at $38,450 (manual) or $39,420 (automatic) is the more comfort-focused configuration, arriving with 17-inch alloy wheels, heated leather-trimmed seats, automatic air conditioning, rain-sensing windshield wipers, auto on/off headlights, an auto-dimming frameless rearview mirror with HomeLink, Mazda navigation with Alexa Built-in, a Bose 9-speaker audio system with headrest speakers, and adaptive front LED lighting. Grand Touring models with the manual transmission also receive Bilstein sport dampers, a front shock tower brace, an asymmetric limited-slip differential, and DSC Track mode. The manual Grand Touring represents the best value trim for Colorado Springs drivers who want heated leather seats, navigation, and the full performance hardware without the Brembo/BBS/Recaro premium. The Club at $43,135 is the most driver-focused RF configuration — adding the standard Brembo BBS Recaro Package with its Brembo fixed-piston front brakes with red calipers, 17-inch dark gunmetal BBS forged aluminum wheels, heated Recaro sport seats with Alcantara and Nappa leather bolsters, black Alcantara interior trim with light gray contrast stitching, and the aero kit with side sill extensions and rear bumper skirt. For 2026, the Club also adds piano black finishes on the lower bezel, engine starter ring, and heater control dials. The RF Club is available with the manual transmission only.

RF vs. Soft Top: Which Miata for Colorado Springs?

Colorado Springs enjoys more than 300 sunny days per year, which makes a strong case for either Miata body style — but the RF and soft top serve meaningfully different driver preferences. The RF is the right choice for Colorado Springs drivers who want the fastback coupe aesthetic when the top is up, a quieter and more refined highway experience, and the ability to convert to open-air motoring without getting out of the car — particularly useful when afternoon thunderstorms can roll in quickly off Pikes Peak. The soft top is the right choice for drivers who want the lightest possible weight, the lowest available starting price, and the most direct, tactile open-air experience — folding the manual top with one hand in one second feels like a different category of roadster interaction from pressing a button and waiting 13 seconds. Both are available at Bob Penkhus Mazda South, and both are outstanding. The decision comes down entirely to which driving experience you want to live with every day.

181 Horsepower, 7,500 RPM Redline, Rear-Wheel Drive

Every 2026 MX-5 Miata RF uses the same SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 181 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 151 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm, with a 7,500 rpm redline. The engine is mounted longitudinally behind the front axle centerline to achieve near-perfect 50/50 front-to-rear weight distribution — the same balanced setup that makes the Miata handle with the precision reviewers have praised for decades. The independent suspension uses double wishbones up front and a multi-link setup at the rear, with Kinematic Posture Control applying subtle rear brake pressure mid-corner to reduce body roll and sharpen response. On Colorado Springs canyon roads — Ute Pass, Gold Camp Road, Cheyenne Mountain State Park — this chassis is engineered for exactly the kind of technical, engaging driving those roads reward.

Military & First Responder Bonus Cash

Colorado Springs is home to Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, Schriever Space Force Base, and the United States Air Force Academy — and Bob Penkhus Mazda South is proud to serve the military and first responder community with dedicated Mazda bonus cash programs on new MX-5 Miata RF leases. Active-duty service members, veterans, reservists, and qualifying family members may be eligible for military appreciation bonus cash. Qualifying police officers, firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, and other emergency personnel may be eligible for first responder bonus cash as well. Both programs can typically be combined with other available Mazda Financial Services lease incentives. Mention your eligibility when you reach out so our team can factor it into your RF lease from the start.

Contact Our Lease Team

Ready to explore Mazda MX-5 Miata RF lease offers in Colorado Springs? Reach out to the team at Bob Penkhus Mazda South today. Get directions to 1101 Motor City Dr or call us at 719-882-1860 to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of Mazda MX-5 Miata RF lease offers are available in Colorado Springs, CO?

MX-5 Miata RF lease offers at Bob Penkhus Mazda South through Mazda Financial Services typically include competitive monthly payment programs, low drive-off options, and bonus cash programs for military and first responders. Offers vary by trim and month and are subject to credit approval, mileage limits, and vehicle availability.

What trim levels are available on the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF?

Two trims: Grand Touring ($38,450 manual / $39,420 automatic) and Club ($43,135 — manual only, Brembo BBS Recaro Package standard). The Club is priced above the Grand Touring because the Brembo/BBS/Recaro Package, a $5,050 option on the soft top, is standard equipment on every RF Club.

What is the difference between the MX-5 Miata RF and the soft top?

The RF has a power-retractable hardtop that opens in ~13 seconds, a fastback coupe silhouette when closed, a quieter highway cabin, and ~110 lbs more curb weight — starting at $38,450 vs. $31,665 for the soft top. The soft top is lighter, less expensive, and more tactile in roof operation. Choose the RF for coupe refinement and all-weather versatility; choose the soft top for maximum lightness and lowest lease payment.

What is included in the Brembo BBS Recaro Package on the RF Club?

Standard on every RF Club: Brembo front brakes with red fixed-piston calipers, 17-inch dark gunmetal BBS forged wheels, heated Recaro seats with Alcantara/Nappa leather, black Alcantara interior with light gray contrast stitching, aero kit with side sills and rear bumper skirt, and asymmetric limited-slip differential.

Are there MX-5 Miata RF lease offers for military and first responders in Colorado Springs?

Yes. Mazda's military and first responder bonus cash programs are available for qualifying service members, veterans, police, fire, EMS, and other emergency personnel and can typically be combined with Mazda Financial Services lease incentives.

Where is Bob Penkhus Mazda South located in Colorado Springs?

Bob Penkhus Mazda South is located at 1101 Motor City Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80905. You can reach us at 719-882-1860 or get directions here.