A Mazda MX-5 in a special edition… for the pleasure of the eyes
- Published on 26/01/2025 16:18
- Modified on 23/09/2025 13:10
The legendary small Mazda MX-5 Roadster celebrates its 35th anniversary in the United States, and unfortunately only on the American continent.
The history of the Mazda MX-5 Miata is a true automotive fairy tale. Introduced in 1989 at the Chicago Show, the Miata revived the concept of a lightweight, affordable roadster in a market where this type of car seemed to belong to the past. Inspired by British classics like Triumph and MG, but built with Japanese reliability, the Miata has captivated millions of enthusiasts across four generations. In 2025, Mazda celebrates the 35th anniversary of this iconic model with a special edition reserved for the U.S. market.
An MX-5 so Miata!
Under the hood, nothing changes, and that’s a good thing. We find the formidable 2.0-liter Skyactiv-G four-cylinder engine producing 181 horsepower and 205 Nm of torque. Coupled with a six-speed manual transmission, this powertrain offers performance identical to the Grand Touring version, with 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds. The Bilstein suspensions, the asymmetrical limited-slip differential, and suspension reinforcements ensure exceptional dynamic behavior, true to the Miata’s reputation.
To rub salt in the wounds of us neglected Europeans, this little wonder is only worth $36,250, less than €35,000. This anniversary edition includes high-end equipment such as heated seats, wireless connectivity with integrated Alexa, a Bose audio system, and an 8.8-inch multimedia screen. Buyers will also receive a engraved leather key and an invitation to an exclusive event organized by Mazda.
So why will we never see such a car offered by Mazda France? Because of the CO2 tax that would dramatically penalize such a 100% combustion toy. Long live hybrids!!!
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This page is translated from the original post "Une Mazda MX-5 en édition spéciale… pour le plaisir des yeux" in French.
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