All MX-5 models have a rear-wheel drive layout and come equipped with the Skyactiv-G 2.0-litre engine that delivers an inspiring 181 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 151 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. Every MX-5 model can be paired with a six-speed manual transmission or a quick-shifting six-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel paddle shifters.

Other standard components include anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist, front ventilated disc brakes, rear disc brakes with aluminum calipers, low-inertia dual-mass flywheel, double-pinion electric power assist steering, front and rear stabilizer bars, front double wishbone suspension with aluminum arms, a rear multi-link suspension with aluminum bearings support, and monotube dampers in the front and rear.

MX-5 GS

The MX-5 GS, only available with a black soft top, includes an abundance of standard features. Safety is a primary focus of the two-seat roadster featuring dual front airbags, side-impact airbags, and side-impact door beams in addition to many i-Activsense safety features that include Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Smart City Brake Support Front, Lane Departure Warning, and High Beam Control.

MX-5 GS-P

The MX-5 GS-P further ignites the spirits of driving enthusiasts with enhancements to the roadster’s dynamics. When equipped with a manual transmission, this model is sport-tuned with Bilstein® dampers, a front shock tower brace, and a limited-slip differential.

The MX-5 RF starts with the GS-P model and features a body-colour power retractable hardtop that can be retracted in a remarkable 13 seconds, providing the MX-5 RF with the look and feel of both a sporty coupe and a stylish convertible. The hardtop MX-5 includes noise absorption headliner for quieter top-up motoring, and upgrades the gauge cluster with a 4.6-inch colour multi-information display.

MX-5 GS-P SPORT PACKAGE

Track day aficionados will appreciate the additions found in the MX-5 GS-P Sport Package, which includes Brembo front brakes with red-painted front and rear calipers, dark gunmetal 17-inch BBS forged wheels, and heated Recaro sport seats, trimmed in Nappa leather and Alcantara®.

MX-5 GT

The MX-5 GT adds an Adaptive Front-lighting System, and Traffic Sign Recognition. Audio and connectivity upgrades include SiriusXM® satellite radio with a three-month trial subscription, SiriusXM Traffic Plus and Travel Link® services with a complimentary 5-year subscription, trunk lid-mounted shark fin antenna, and wireless Apple CarPlay™.

The exterior trades the MX-5 GS-P’s black 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels for 17-inch wheels with a gunmetal finish, body-colour heated door mirrors with auto-dimming driver’s door mirror, and door sill trim plates.

For 2022, all-new Terracotta Nappa leather seats with grey stitching are an upgradable option to the MX-5 GT’s standard black leather seats, in addition to the optional Pure White Nappa leather seats.

MX-5 RF GT EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE

The MX-5 RF GT offers the option of adding the Exclusive Package, which replaces the body-colour hardtop with a hand-painted top in Piano Black. The Exclusive Package also upgrades the seating upholstery to the new Terracotta Nappa leather with grey stitching.

MX-5 RF GT GRAND SPORT PACKAGE

Further upping the exclusivity of the MX-5 RF GT, the available Grand Sport Package² borrows the best features from the GS-P Sport Package and GT Exclusive Package, including Brembo® front brakes with red-painted front and rear calipers, lightweight, forged 17-inch black 17-inch BBS® wheels, contrasting piano black hardtop, Terracotta Nappa leather seats with grey stitching, and piano black exterior mirrors.

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Please Note: The details of this article were accurate at the time it was written. Manufacturers may change the details of any vehicle’s specifications, at any time, without notice.