There may be faster cars but few are as much fun as the new Mazda MX-5 - Irish Independent
In our unquenchable thirst for sunshine and the open road, convertibles are the epitome of cool and since the first generation's arrival in 1989 the MX-5 has attracted a loyal following for its smart styling, beguiling character and affordable... The new fourth generation MX-5 is the lightest version since the iconic original weighing nearly 100kg lighter and is shorter, lower and wider. According to Mazda the designers focused on the five key criteria that define the MX-5 - rear drive with a front-mid engine layout, 50/50 weight distribution, an eagerness to change direction, a low kerb weight and affordability. Even with the roof closed its elegant modern lines garners attention from all directions and lets be honest, isn't everyone who opts for a convertible an attention seeker at heart. Underneath it gets a brand new rear-wheel drive chassis and a very impressive 1. 5 petrol engine that manages to outperform the previous 1. 8 in everything from performance to economy. The boot can handle a couple of small carry-on luggage bags so you'll need to travel light and it is 20 litres smaller than the previous one. Source: www.independent.ie
