Can 2021 Mazda MX5 RF Miata Be Flat Towed?
Updated 08/11/2025 | Published 08/05/2025
Question:
I have a 2021 Mazda MX-5 RF Miata with a manual transmission. The owners manual says the transmission is not designed for towing the vehicle on all 4 wheels, but it does not differentiate between manual or automatic transmissions. Do you have customers that have installed a base plate and towed their 2021 manual transmission Miatas without problems? Note: the RF refers to Retractable Fastback, meaning it is not the rag top convertible, but otherwise the same car.
asked by: Doug T
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Expert Reply:
Hello Doug, Nice car! We have heard back from customers who have installed base plates on and successfully flat towed a 2016 and 2018 Miata with the manual transmission. Nothing specific to the 2021 model though. Roadmaster does make a base plate for the 2021 Miata part # RM-524450-5 and according to them the manual transmission models are flat towable. I still suggest you consult your owners manual, or check with a dealership and have them confirm your specific vehicle is indeed flat towable.
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Doug T.
8/8/2025
Thanks for the response. I'll try to get an answer from Mazda for the manual transmission. I'll forward their answer.