Coming standard with a 2.0L Skyactiv-G petrol engine (181 hp @ 7,000 rpm; 205 Nm @ 4,000 rpm), the MX-5 RF also includes a manual transmission option for those who like to work the left foot. The transmissions available are a Skyactiv-MT 6-speed manual or Skyactiv-Drive 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters.
The MX-5 RF’s compact and lightweight physique promises agile driving dynamics as well as outstanding power-to-weight ratio. The Jinba-Ittai sense of oneness between the owner and vehicle which Mazda dials into all its models should also provide for some fun driving.
In line with the premium positioning path of the brand, the 2020 Mazda MX-5 RF receives an updated Mazda badging and font design.The RF in its name stands for Retractable Fastback, which is essentially a targa top. It has a rigid roof, instead of a soft top, that retracts to the rear while the buttresses on either side remain fixed in place.
Further, the 2020 MX-5 RF adds more i-Activsense safety features including Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Smart City Brake Support and Driver Attention Alert.
As an aside, Mazda Motor Corporation recently celebrated its 100th anniversary of its founding on January 30, 2020. We append below a message from Akira Marumoto, Representative Director, President and CEO on the centenary celebration:
“Mazda originated as a company producing cork and then took the path to manufacturing automobiles. Now, our cars have found friends with many customers from over 130 countries and regions. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the customers, dealers, suppliers, business partners and the local community, who have supported us over the years through good and bad times, to whom we owe our 100 years of existence. As we look ahead to the next 100 years, we will continue to put people first and cherish our ‘uniqueness of co-creating with others.’ As we strengthen co-creation and cooperation with all those connected with the company, we will continue to challenge ourselves to create unique products, technologies, and experiences that our customers love.”
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