The Mazda MX-5 R-Sport Is A Special Edition Miata With Fancy Rays Wheels
Throughout its history, the MX-5’s history has spawned myriad special editions. The tradition is still very much alive, too - with the ND Miata having only just been turn into an Anniversary Edition to celebrate Mazda’s 100th birthday, there’s now this ‘R-Sport’.
It uses the 1.5-litre MX-5 Sport as a starting point, giving buyers a modestly-powered 129bhp inline-four petrol engine that drives - of course - the rear wheels. 0-62mph takes 8.3 seconds, and the top speed is 126mph.
The R-Sport’s exterior spec additions comprise Polymetal Grey metallic paint, piano black wing mirrors, a grey folding soft-top and some especially lovely gunmetal grey 16-inch Rays wheels.
Inside there are burgundy Nappa leather seats, and a reasonable standard equipment list including Apple Car Play and Android Auto smart phone connectivity, cruise control, heated seats and climate control.
Production will be limited to 150 units, with deliveries set to commence when social distancing restrictions are sufficiently eased. It’s yours for £27,700.
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Comments
it really seems like Mazda cannot be bothered to create something exciting and new for the MX-5, like maybe a turbo or track model so instead they slap on some different wheels and colours and bam special edition
I still think it’s a good thing, limited editions usually sell out, and with greater sales success in the sports car category, Mazda will likely continue to build them
I mean, you can chiptune it to 150HP to have 100HP/L N/A if you want.
Apart from the bbr mk1, its what Mazda have been doing with the mx5 from the start. Its always been a low power sports car. Putting a turbo on takes some of the character from the car.
I mean they did bump the horsepower up like a year ago….
150 only? Damn
All hail the Miata