The latest in a long line of Mazda MX-5
limited editions for the UK, called the R-Sport, is detailed in a big photo
gallery just as the new model has reached dealerships in the country. Limited
to just 150 Convertible examples, the Mazda MX-5 R-Sport is based on the
1.5-liter Sport model and brings unique styling inside and out. Exterior
highlights include the new Polymetal Grey paint, unique 16-inch Rays gunmetal
alloys, piano black mirror caps and a grey soft top.
Inside, passengers are treated with
burgundy Nappa leather seats with silver stitching as well as all the other
features offered by the regular 1.5-liter Sport trim level. Those include
navigation, infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cruise
control, heated seats and climate control.
Power comes from the 1.5-liter Skyactiv-G
naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine that makes 132 PS at
7,000 rpm and 152 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. The engine is mated to
a standard six-speed manual transmission that sends power to the rear wheels.
Mazda’s i-Eloop kinetic recovery system and i-stop stop-start technology are
standard too.
As with regular Sport models, the MX-5
R-Sport also benefits from extra standard safety equipment including Front
Smart City Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Smart City Brake
Support, Traffic Sign Recognition and Driver Attention Alert.
The 2021 Mazda MX-5 R-Sport is priced from
£ 27,700 (US$ 34,360) in the UK.
