7 reasons to buy a Mazda MX-5 - Express.co.uk

The MX-5 started off as a cute roadster, but as new generations have been introduced, it has gradually become a bit brawnier and more masculine. Great to drive… The MX-5 has always been about its on-road character, so this latest version keeps that flame burning with brilliant dynamics. The steering is sharp, accurate and feelsome, which makes the MX-5 great fun to drive. Mazda has shaved a lot of weight off this latest MX-5, with 100kg being jettisoned in total. Despite the fact that Brits love sports cars – and own lots of them, compared to car owners form other countries (a half of all European MX-5s, for example) – our roads aren’t exactly ideal for them. The MX-5 copes pretty well, though, managing a level of pliancy that still surprises. Both are very good – and pretty efficient, considering the MX-5’s raison d’être – and a case could be made for each. And talking of gears… Another signature feature of the MX-5 is its snickety gearshift, a short-throw sporty manual gearshift that is fantastic to use. Yep, it’s still present and correct in the new car. Mazda hasn’t always been the fastest car company when it comes to installing the latest in-car technology, but there are no complaints with the MX-5. There’s connectivity and smartphone integration,. Source: www.express.co.uk