The Mazda MX-5 is an iconic roadster of the manufacturer, which has always had combustion engines. But in the future it will be electric, while it will be designed to keep a low weight.
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31/07/2026
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Mazda's about to make one of her electrical car icons. We talked about MX-5, a light roadster and clearly sporting hanger produced since 1989.
According to CarScoops, in statements to Auto Motor und Sport, the manufacturer's executive director, Masahiro Moro, revealed that the new generation of the car is being worked to have electric motorization.
Despite that, believes that it is possible to keep the weight contained, in the ton house (1,000 to 1,200 kg). At least that's what the engineers are pointing at, according to the manager. But for that, there is a challenge: “Make basic structure lighter without using exotic materials as carbon fiber“.
The future can be made predominantly of electric cars – taking into account current environmental concerns. And Masahiro Moro is of the opinion that the next MX-5 “should also be prepared for a combustion engine-free scenario”.
Updated at 2027
Despite being on the market for more than three decades, the Mazda MX-5 remains a bet of the Japanese builder. It was renewed for 2027.
Fore-wheel drive, has a 1.5 litre gasoline engine with 136 hp power and 155 Binary Nm, combined with a six-speed manual box.
It has gained a new green color Zinc Green and has several driving support systems, as well as Recaro banks that appear at the Homura equipment level.