- Performance-focused MX-5 Club has trim level-exclusive Bilstein
suspension,
limited-slip differential
NEW YORK: Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today
introduced the Mazda MX-5 Club at the New York International Auto
Show, marking the world debut of the Club model in North
American-specification.
Lighter, smaller, quicker and more nimble than its predecessor,
MX-5 has adopted Mazda's full suite of SKYACTIV Technology and
'KODO - Soul of Motion' design.
In the process, MX-5 has shed approximately 150 pounds from its
predecessor, with a curb weight of 2,332 lbs. when equipped with
SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission (2,381 lbs. with the
six-speed automatic transmission).
The MX-5 Club heightens performance with trim-level
exclusive:
- 17-inch gunmetal alloy wheels wrapped in 205/45R17 tires
- Limited-slip differential when equipped with SKYACTIV-MT
- Bilstein shocks when equipped with SKYACTIV-MT
- Shock tower brace when equipped with SKYACTIV-MT
- Front air dam and rear lip spoilers
Standard equipment on MX-5 Club models includes MZD Connect
infotainment system with a seven-inch colour touchscreen display
and multi-function commander control, HD and Sirius XM Satellite
Radio, two USB ports, piano black side mirrors and seatback bars
and a nine-speaker Bose audio system with headrest speakers.
Also available for the MX-5 Club is a package that equips the
roadster with forged lightweight BBS 17-inch wheels, Brembo front
brakes and functional aerodynamic side sill extensions and rear
bumper skirt that were previewed at the Chicago Auto Show and on
the MX-5 Global Cup race car.
"MX-5 is the heart and soul of Mazda, serving as a beacon for
the rest of our line-up with its fun-to-drive dynamics, design and
technologies," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, MNAO.
"Jinba Ittai—oneness between driver and
machine—defines the MX-5. It's a philosophy that
has led every decision we've made toward bringing the MX-5 back to
the basics that made drivers fall in love with it 26 years ago when
the first generation debuted."
All MX-5s bound for North America will come with compact LED
headlights, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming and a SKYACTIV-G
2.0-litre engine. The MX-5 will be equipped with either a standard
6-speed SKYACTIV-MT manual or 6-speed automatic.
Further packaging details will be made available closer to the
MX-5's summer on-sale date.
For further information, please contact:
Karla Leach
Senior Manager - Public Relations
T: (03) 8540 1931
F: (03) 8540 1960
M: 0448 346 213
E: kleach@mazda.com.au
Tony Mee
Public Relations Specialist
T: (03) 8540 1962
F: (03) 8540 1960
M: 0439 347 658
E: tmee@mazda.com.au