Mazda MX-2 Revealed

Mazda's secret new roadster revealed

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Text: Alex Goy / Photos: Automedia

30th June 2009

This is Mazda’s version of a downsized, credit-crunch friendly MX-5, the MX-2.

Our illustration shows what the MX-2 is likely to look like. You can see that the Furai concept will have a strong influence in the design, while a hint of Ferrari California is also present in the headlamps.

Because the MX-2 is smaller than the MX-5 it will come equipped with smaller engines. Small capacity petrol engines ranging from 0.7 to 1.6-litres will get the MX-2 moving, while a range-topping 1.6-litre turbo pushing out an expected 160bhp. Combine that with low weight, and the MX-2 will embarrass more expensive machines with ease.

The Mini Speedster and Nissan Urge may be at design and concept stage now, but they’ll be keeping the dinky Mazda on its toes.

An insider has hinted that the MX-2 will be upon us as soon as 2012, so we can expect to see a concept reflecting the ‘downsized roadster’ very soon.

1 Comment

Great idea!

The MX-2 is a return to roots of the Miata's success. I have a 91 Miata and it is quite possibly the very best car ever designed! OK, I'm biased.

Still the 1.6 normally asperated engine has plenty of power to enjoy the twisties. A blown 1.6 will get you to your destination sooner, but what's the rush?

Bravo to Mazda! Please keep the weight down below 2,100lbs...and could you just wipe that big, foolish grin off the car's face? That's for the drivers!

By red91 on 5 October, 2009, 3:19am

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