Mazda Australia really wants you to buy the all-new fourth-generation MX-5. We know this because they’ve slashed over $15,000 from the price of the entry-level model.
The ND Mazda MX-5 will be in local showrooms from August and is priced from $31,990 plus on road costs.
The base model Roadster will feature a 1.5 litre SKYACTIV-G petrol engine producing a modest 96kW/150Nm. Let’s face it, this won’t be a quick car, but outright speed has never been the MX-5’s strength.
It’s what you don’t get with an MX-5 that helps to make it a special driving experience and that’s weight, or lack of it. The new MX-5 will weigh in at a miserly 1009kg, almost 100kg less than the previous NC model.
For those who do want more power a 2.0 litre model will be added to the range later in the year.
All-new Mazda MX-5 priced for fun
19 May 2015
All-New Mazda MX-5 will go on sale in mid-August priced from $31,990 plus on road costs.
With the 1989 first generation model priced from $29,990¹, which is the equivalent of $59,433² in today’s money, it makes the ND the best-value MX-5 ever considering the NA lacked Bluetooth, power steering, air conditioning, Anti-Lock Braking System, Traction Control, Cruise Control and SBS airbags – all of which are now standard features.
Mazda Australia managing director Martin Benders said: “For those that know, love or own an MX-5, the arrival of an all-new model is always cause for excitement.
We believe that the sharp entry pricing for the new ND will inspire a new generation of younger MX-5 buyers to experience the freedom and enjoyment of open-top motoring.
The All-New Mazda MX-5 is in many ways the rebirth of an icon.â€
In production now, the entry-level Roadster and top-spec Roadster GT will be available in Australia with a specially tuned 1.5 litre SKYACTIV-G petrol engine and with a choice of either a SKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed automatic or SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission.
With 96kW of power and 150Nm of torque, the new edition MX-5 weighs from 1,009kg, a reduction of 91kg over the outgoing 2.0 litre car and close to the 950kg weight of the NA.
The ND is the shortest MX-5 ever built, measuring 3,915mm long, 1,730mm wide, 1,235mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,315mm, and front and rear overhang reduced to 760mm and 840mm respectively.
In 1989, the aim was to produce a timeless, open-top roadster that offered good, clean driving fun. More than 25 years later this philosophy is still very relevant.
A 2.0 litre powered model will join the All-New MX-5 range late this year.
To register interest or to win an All-New Mazda MX-5, including an ultimate driver’s getaway, go to allnewmazdamx5.com.au
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¹ 1989 Manufacturer’s List Price
² Calculated via the Reserve Bank of Australia inflation calculator. $29,990 in 1989 would in the year 2014 cost $59,433.71. Total change in cost is 98.2 per cent over 25 years at an average annual inflation rate of 2.8 per cent
4 replies on “Mazda Australia slashes MX-5 pricing”
That is seriously sexy car for a very small amount of money. I presume that candy red paint will cost a bit more!
Yeah, you’d think so Luke. Will post up more detailed info as it comes to hand, but don’t expect that will be until August.
Can you ask Mazda if we can spec LSD with the 1.5. I like!!!
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