Mazda MX-5 2.0 [184] Exclusive-Line 2dr Review
Category: Sports car
Section: Version review
The model
Read full Mazda MX-5 reviewThe Mazda MX-5 Roadster and MX-5 RF with the 1.5-litre engine and Exclusive-Line trim are terrific two-seaters for those that don’t want to spend a fortune. They're not as fast as more expensive sports cars, but with free-revving engines, a sweet gearbox and nimble handling, they’re well worth considering.
The trim
See full equipmentAvailable with either the 1.5 or 2.0-litre engines, Exclusive-Line offers the best value because you get useful extras such as rear parking sensors, automatic wipers, auto high-beam assist, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, and automatic emergency braking. You also get leather trim and an uprated Bose sound system.
The engine
See full engine specsIf your budget can stretch to it, this 2.0-litre engine ups power to a healthier 181bhp and drops the 0-62mph time down to just 6.5sec. That’s some way off pricier and more potent rivals, yet the engine is a joy to rev out and it's just about fast enough to be exciting. Despite that, it’s still capable of over 40mpg both in official figures and the real world. It’s only available in Exclusive-Line and Homura trims.
