Mazda mx 5 review autocar. The mazda mx 5 is quite simply one of the best loved and most recognisable sports cars you can buy. Car reviews mazda mx 5 15 r sport. For a long time fan of the mighty mex stretching way back to 1989 that is a hard opinion to recordbut the fact remains the mx 5 is crying out for a replacement car that carries on the tradition of the lotus elan look alikemazdas attempt to prolong the life cycle of the mx 5 a turboed version of the standard car simply does not cut itthe se suffers an acute case of turbo. This is a nimble rear drive convertible that involves rather than insulates the driver.
This is the fourth generation of mx 5 and its. As with the original miata the current mx 5 miata retains its small size a naturally aspirated 4 cylinder engine and a near perfect 5050 weight distribution. Read the definitive mazda mx 5 rf 2020 review from the expert what car. Lows choppy ride limited space for people and cargo road noise is loud inside the cabin.
The mazda mx 5 miata might not be a supercar by typical standards but when it comes to driving dynamics dollar for dollar this car cant be beat. From the first generation model some 30 years ago to todays fourth generation effort it. Check specs prices performance and compare with similar cars. Nz autocar is new zealands leading automotive magazine.
Delivering news and authoritative reviews from the car world each month it includes commentary from nzs leading automotive writers and covers the full scope of motoring including new cars. Craig cole may 28 2020 200 am. Highs playful handling just right four cylinder engine makes every sunny day special. 2017 mazda mx 5 rf 20 160 uk first drive.
Mazda has thus far sold almost 11 million mx 5s in 29 years making it the biggest selling roadster on the planet. However i am sure previous reviews of the nd on autocar have implied or outright said.