To say that the Mazda MX-5 Miata is a beloved sports car would be a bit of an understatement. In fact, judged by its raw numbers, the Miata's performance capabilities are middling at best, but the car is not about performance numbers or blazing fast lap times. As a small two-seat sports car, the Miata is a niche vehicle for sure. How does that affect its resale value, though? As it turns out, the MX-5 also punches well above its weight when it comes to depreciation, having the best overall resale value of any current Mazda model, retaining 70% or more of its original value after five years.