WhatClassAmIAutocross Classing Guide

SCCA® Solo classing — unofficial guide

What autocross class is a Mazda MX-5 Miata (NA/NB)?

ESStreetCSTStreet TouringDPPrepared

A stock 1990–2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (NA/NB) runs in ES (Street) under the 2026 SCCA Solo Rules. Built to Street Touring allowances (within CST tire and wheel limits), it runs CST.

Class by preparation level

Stock (Street)ES
Street TouringCST
Street Prepared
Street ModifiedSSM
PreparedDP

A “—” means the car isn’t listed at that level; a build lands in the least-prepared category its modifications allow.

Also eligible for

XA/XBXtreme StreetXPX Prepared (open)

From the 2026 rulebook (Appendix A)

Street: 'Miata (non-Club Sport 2003) (1990-2005)' = ES; Mazdaspeed Miata (2004-05) also ES. ST: non-turbo '94-'05 = CST; '90-'97 non-Torsen cars listed in EST (no aftermarket LSD in EST per §14.10.K); Mazdaspeed = AST. SM: not Appendix A-listed; placed by drivetrain/body (2026 Solo Rules, Street Modified). P: 'MX-5 Miata (1.6L & 1.8L, non-turbo) (1990-2005)' = DP.

Unofficial guidance verified against the 2026 SCCA® Solo® Rules — always confirm against the current rulebook before competing. Classing data cites the exact Appendix A wording it relies on. Spot an error? Report it on GitHub.