mazda finally remembered the miata looks great in greenIt took nearly a decade, but the ND Mazda MX-5 Miata is finally getting a green paint option.Mazda has unveiled Zinc Green Metallic, a new exterior color that will be available on both the soft-top MX-5 and the retractable-hardtop MX-5 RF. The shade made its public debut at the Karuizawa Fan Meeting in Japan, one of the world's largest annual gatherings of Miata enthusiasts.Across four generations and nearly 40 years of production, the Miata has worn countless shades of green. Yet the current ND-generation model, which launched for 2016, never received one-until now.AdvertisementAdvertisementFortunately, Mazda hasn't gone for an eye-searing, supercar-style lime green. Instead, Zinc Green Metallic is a more understated color that appears designed to complement the Miata's clean lines rather than overwhelm them.mazda finally remembered the miata looks great in greenAccording to Mazda, the paint takes inspiration from zinc chromate primer, a protective coating commonly used in industrial applications. The finish also incorporates bluish metallic flakes, giving it additional depth and helping it shift character depending on lighting conditions.Based on the single image released so far, the color strikes a balance between classic British roadster green and a more modern metallic finish. Paired with black wheels and dark trim, it gives the Miata a distinctly premium look.Mazda says Zinc Green was developed as a versatile color intended to look equally at home in urban environments and natural surroundings. While the company has only confirmed it for the MX-5 so far, it has hinted that the shade could eventually spread to other vehicles in the lineup.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe automaker has not yet announced pricing or market availability. It's also unclear whether Zinc Green Metallic will be offered as a no-cost option or as a premium paint choice when it reaches North America.Become an AutoGuide insider. Get the latest from the automotive world first by subscribing to our newsletter here.
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