Focused – this was Mazda’s approach when the Japanese carmaker developed its latest fourth generation low-slung, fun-to-drive, two-seater roadster that’s known as the MX-5.

With an estimated price of RM220,000, the new MX-5 gets the “Kodo - Soul of Motion” styling and a slew of efficient SkyActiv technologies.

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The more potent and fuel-efficient 2.0-litre direct-injection engine produces 155bhp at 6,000rpm and 200Nm of torque at 4,600rpm.

The two-seater roadster now weighs about 100kg less at 1,000kg, while having a wheelbase of 2,315mm - 105mm-shorter than its predecessor, and comes in measuring 3,915mm-long, 1,730mm-wide and 1,235mm tall.

Transmission could either be an automatic or manual six-speed type.

With power sent to the rear, the MX-5 could be wearing a set of 17-inch aluminium alloy wheels with 205/45 series tyres for grip, while the four partially hidden 11-inch discs take charge of braking.

The MX-5’s counterpart in America gets a nine-speaker BOSE sound system that includes passenger headrest speakers, Audiopilot, AUX input, two USB ports, Bluetooth connectivity, speed sensing automatic volume control, voice command and a seven-inch full-colour touchscreen display with a multi-function commander control.

The front bucket seats should retain its powered adjustability – six-ways for the driver and four for the passenger, while the list of conveniences ought to include keyless entry with push-start button as well as automatic headlights and wipers to name a few.

The list of safety equipment should include six airbags, anti-lock braking system, traction control, blind spot sensor, rear collision warning, lane departure warning and low tyre pressure warning.

For more information about Mazda models, log on to the local Mazda website.





 

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