With a history that began in 1989, the Mazda MX-5 is one of the best-sold convertibles on the market. In its 21 years of history, the MX-5 saw three different generations, numerous design updates, and even more engine changes. However, the most impressive update has been announced for the fourth generation that is set to debut on September 3rd, 2014.
The Mazda MX-5 will remain a rear-wheel drive compact sports coupe with exterior design inspired by the Shinari Concept unveiled earlier this year. With the new generation, Mazda will focus on reducing the total weight to less than 1,000 kilos.
At the launch of the Shinari concept, Ikuo Maeda, general manager of Mazda Motor Corp.’s design division said: "this design will lead to the next generation of Mazda design and will lead to other elements." Guess the MX-5 will be among the first to adopt Mazda’s new "Kodo - Soul of Motion" design language.
Updated 02/12/2015: During its official press conference in Chicago, Mazda confirmed that the 2016 MX-5 will go on sale on the U.S. market this summer. The company also confirmed the model will deliver 155 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque.
Hit the jump to read more about the fourth generation Mazda MX-5 .
Mazda MX-5 originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 12 February 2015 09:30 EST.
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