It's only been a couple of years since Mazda rolled
out the latest ND-generation MX-5 Miata, so we'd expect it to stick around for
a while before it'll need replacement.
That won't stop the Japanese automaker from rolling
out incremental updates, though, like it has today at the Tokyo Motor Show,
where it was easily overshadowed by the unveilings of the Kai and Vision Coupe
concepts.
For 2018, Mazda is adjusting the exterior color
choices. The soft-top version is also being offered with a special package
including a dark red fabric roof, Nappa leather, and black BBS alloys.
Meanwhile the Retractable Fastback version gains an optional contrasting black
hardtop.
Mazda's also added more sound insulation, more
readable gauges, and heated cloth seats. Features like stop/start and brake
energy recuperation are also now part of the update across the range, and there
are adaptive LED headlamps available, too.
At present, these updates are being rolled out in
the Japanese Domestic Market, where the model is known simply as the Mazda
Roadster. Expect some of the new features to reach other markets
in the coming months as well.
