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Mazda MX-5 RF Announced
Mazda MX-5 RF Announced-July 2024
2023-12-14 EST 02:30:46

Mazda has added another version of the MX-5 to its arsenal. This is the RF – essentially the same vehicle, but with a folding metal roof.

The Mazda MX-5 is an award-winning vehicle, both here in South Africa as well as the rest of the world. It's refreshingly simple, enjoyable car to drive and offers the most affordable convertible experience in South Africa. The range currently consists of only one model: a 2.0-litre manual with a manually-operated fabric roof. Mazda has just announced the MX-5 RF (Retractable Fastback) – its roof operateselectrically and can be opened or closed at speeds up to 10 kph. Rather pull over to be safe…

This new model comes with some new styling cues to accommodate the electronically-operated roof and features a new metallic paint finish knownas Machine Grey. The vehicle will be available with either the 1.5-litre or 2.0-litre motor. At this stage, Mazda South Africa has not confirmed the availability of the Mazda MX-5 RF.

We think that, if it is at all possible, Mazda should bring in the 1.5-litre-equipped MX-5 to further broaden the appeal of a delightfully simple and fun sportscar as well as this new RF model. Also, purists may frown upon Mazda's decision to add more weight to the MX-5, even though this latest model is significantly lighter than its hard-top predecessor.

Read a review of the Mazda MX-5 here.

Watch this video to see how the Mazda MX-5 RF roof operates

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