Mazda MX-5 RF

2025 Mazda MX-5 RF launched in Malaysia – 2.0L MT or AT, Asymmetric LSD, DSC-Track, big screen, fr RM294k

In Cars, Local Car Launches, Local News, Mazda / By Danny Tan / 9 April 2025 6:13 pm / 7 comments

You’ve checked out the Mazda MX-5 35th Anniversary Edition, now let’s take a look at the regular 2025 MX-5 that the limited edition is based on. Bermaz is offering just the RF with the 2.0L engine, as usual, but what’s new locally is the option of a six-speed manual gearbox.

Yes, a manual Miata from Bermaz. The 2025 MX-5 RF – a CBU import from Japan, of course – is now open for booking at RM294,154 for the MT and RM296,154 for the AT, both on-the-road without insurance. Buying official means you get a five-year warranty and free maintenance package that includes labour, parts and lubricants.

Introduced in late-2023, this is the latest facelift of the ND MX-5, unofficially called the ND3. The third revision of the roadster that first surfaced in September 2014 can be identified via LED headlamps that now integrate the daytime running lights (previously an option, located at the side vents) and new tail lamps with concave lens for a cool ‘jet afterburner’ effect.

While the roadster’s front grille now accommodates a radar sensor for the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (adaptive cruise control), this isn’t available locally. What we get is a pack that includes front/rear AEB (Smart Brake Support), blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning, driver attention alert and adaptive LED headlights. No ACC in a lightweight driving machine is no bad thing.

Aero Grey Metallic is a new exterior paint option, and it sits alongside familiar hues such as Deep Crystal Blue, Jet Black, Snowflake White Pearl, Soul Red Crystal and the Machine Grey you see here. Artisan Red Premium Metallic is exclusive to the 35th Anniversary Edition, which you can check out in full here.

Inside, the ND3’s most obvious upgrade is the much larger screen – now measuring 8.8-inches and angled towards the driver. There’s also a frameless rear-view mirror and USB-C ports. The meter panel has been revised slightly for even better legibility, receiving a darker tone for the dial faces and new pointers. The JDM Roadster gets a new S Leather Package V Selection variant that comes with a tan interior and soft top – this is the basis for the 35th Anniversary, but it’s all-black for Malaysia-bound RFs.

As before, Bermaz is only offering the 2.0L engine, and the naturally aspirated Skyactiv-G four-pot makes 181 hp at 7,000 rpm and 205 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Aside from a 20 km/h higher top speed (220 km/h), the manual gets an asymmetric limited-slip differential with an increased limiting force while decelerating for improved stability, thanks to a conical clutch with new cam mechanism.

The 6MT also comes with DSC-Track, a more lenient dynamic stability control mode. There’s a dedicated button for this new mode within the switch cluster below the driver’s AC vent. DSC-Track “respects the driver’s own driving based on the concept of Jinba-Ittai and not get in the way with control, but help as much as possible with dangerous behaviour,” Mazda says.

All 2025 Miatas have steering racks with 5% less friction and improved control of the assist motor. Mazda says that overall, the steering has more direct feel and a more natural return. By the way, Kinematic Posture Control has been in the MX-5 since 2022 – it applies slight braking to the inner rear wheel during high-g cornering, suppressing body roll.

Kit wise, Malaysia-bound units get 17-inch alloys (black instead of the 35th Anniversary’s bright) with 205/45 rubber, automatic adaptive LED headlamps with DRLs, auto wipers, rear parking sensors, walk-away auto door lock, cruise control, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, 4.6-inch colour multi-info display, shift paddles and drive mode selector (auto-only), auto air con and black leather seats (steering and gear knob too).

The new 8.8-inch screen is connected to wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice recognition, Bluetooth phone and audio, nine speakers (including Bose headrest speakers) and a reverse camera.

Once again, the CBU Japan 2025 Mazda MX-5 RF 2.0L is priced at RM294,154 for the MT and RM296,154 for the AT. The latter is RM20,000 cheaper than the 35th Anniversary Edition, which is RF 2.0L AT-only in Malaysia. A costly toy at RM300k, but oh what a toy. Some of the ND3 upgrades would make current MX-5 owners salivate too.

Long live the roadster!

GALLERY: 2025 Mazda MX-5 RF 6MT in Malaysia

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2025 Mazda MX-5 35th Anniversary Edition launched in Malaysia – RF 2.0L AT, Artisan Red, numbered, RM316k

In Cars, Local Car Launches, Local News, Mazda / By Danny Tan / 9 April 2025 11:27 am / 4 comments

We don’t get many sports car launches these days, simply because there aren’t many of them left. So when the invite for this one came in from Bermaz, we rubbed our eyes and went ‘Wah!’ Never mind that the Mazda MX-5 35th Anniversary Edition is just a special edition of a car that’s been around for a decade, it deserves to be celebrated. Feted. Admired. You can do that 1 Utama’s Oval, today till Sunday.

The storied Mazda MX-5 a.k.a. Miata or Roadster in Japan, turns 35 this year, and Hiroshima took the opportunity to wheel out an anniversary edition of the best-selling two-seat convertible of all time. Like they always do. Born in 1989, over 1.2 million units of the MX-5 have been sold across four generations, so we’re looking at a living legend.

Locally, Bermaz officially sold the third-generation NC and followed that up with the current-generation ND in August 2015. The launch spec was a 2.0L AT, which was replaced by the folding hardtop RF in April 2017. Also with the larger 2.0L engine, the ‘Retractable Fastback’ offered the choice of manual or automatic six-speed transmissions.

Today’s MX-5 looks similar to the fourth-generation ND that was revealed to the world in September 2014, but is actually the third revision, unofficially known as the ND3. The 35th Anniversary Edition is based on the ND3 with all of the latest facelift’s improvements. It went on sale in Japan in February as a 1.5L manual soft top and a 2.0L RF with the choice of manual or auto.

Continuing the trend in Malaysia, Bermaz is offering the 35th Anniversary Edition in 2.0L RF form, with an automatic gearbox. It’s yours for RM316,154 on-the-road excluding insurance. Buying official means you’ll get a five-year warranty and free maintenance over the same period.

By the way, both engines are naturally aspirated and the 1.5L makes 136 PS at 7,000 rpm and 152 Nm of torque at 4,500 rpm. Our 2.0L motor produces 184 PS at 7,000 rpm and 205 Nm of torque, a rather big on-paper step up.

The most obvious 35th Anniversary Edition touch is the Artisan Red Premium Metallic paint; the three-layer finish is the fourth colour to be applied using the Mazda’s proprietary painting technology called Takuminuri. This is a new paint option for the MX-5 and it will remain exclusive to the 35th Anniversary Edition. By the way, this is the 10th year of Soul Red’s existence.

The deep red hue is contrasted nicely with a tan brown soft top in the convertible, but this isn’t applicable here. Also in tan is the interior colour scheme, which twins with black on the top half and steering, plus the ND’s characteristic exterior paint on the upper door section (and AC vents too). Look closer and you’ll find contrast tan stitching on the steering wheel, shifter and hand brake lever.

Further nice touches are ’35th Anniversary’ crests embossed on the two headrests and, badges on the matching tan floor mats. Our units don’t have key fobs in Artisan Red Premium Metallic, which is available as an option elsewhere. The rest of the 35th’s kit list follows the JDM car’s S Leather Package V Selection grade, which is long, but with 17-inch ‘Bright Metallic’ wheels and a ’35th Anniversary’ badge with a serial number below the doors.

A really nice anniversary special this, and it would appeal even more to those who are slightly on the luxury side in the luxury-sport scale. What do you think of this LE? Like it or not, Bermaz will be bringing in just four units of the 35th including example No.15 you see here, which the company will register for itself.

For everyone else, the regular 2025 Mazda MX-5 RF 2.0L is available at RM294,154 for the MT (yes, a manual by Bermaz) and RM296,154 for the AT. Like-for-like, that’s RM20k less than the 35th Anniversary. Click here for more on the 2025 Mazda MX-5 RF, which is available in Deep Crystal Blue, Jet Black, Machine Grey, Snowflake White Pearl, Soul Red Crystal and the new Aero Grey. As mentioned, Artisan Red Premium Metallic is reserved for the 35th Anniversary Edition.

GALLERY: Mazda MX-5 35th Anniversary Edition RF 2.0 AT in Malaysia

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2022 Mazda MX-5 RF in Malaysia – now with Kinematic Posture Control; manual, auto variants; from RM264k

In Cars, Local Car Launches, Local News, Mazda / By Gerard Lye / 20 April 2022 1:56 pm / 19 comments

The Mazda MX-5 RF has been updated for the 2022 model year in Malaysia, with Bermaz Motor continuing to offer the Retractable Fastback with either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

The MX-5 line-up received Mazda’s Kinematic Posture Control (KPC) last December and it’s now been added to the local specification. The system applies a light braking force on the inner rear wheel during high-G cornering to suppress body roll and to make steering response feel a bit more linear.

This allows for better dynamics without having to fit stiffer springs and dampers or thicker anti-roll bars that compromise ride comfort. The system operates passively and is triggered when it senses the difference in speed between the two rear wheels while cornering.

Beyond the addition of KPC, everything else on the MX-5 RF is unchanged from before. Under the bonnet, there’s still a SkyActiv-G 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine that outputs 181 hp at 7,000 rpm and 205 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm to the rear wheels. The engine features idling stop technology and i-ELOOP brake-energy regeneration system.

Standard equipment for both the manual and automatic variants includes 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic LED headlamps, LED DRLs, LED taillights, keyless entry and engine start, cruise control, a 4.6-inch TFT LCD multi-info display, single-zone automatic air-conditioning and leather upholstery. For infotainment, there’s a Mazda Connect system with a seven-inch touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support as well as nine-speaker Bose sound system.

On the safety front, there’s six airbags, ABS, EBD, brake assist, Dynamic Stability Control, traction control, Hill Launch Assist, Isofix for the front passenger seat, Adaptive LED Headlights, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Departure Warning System, Driver Attention Alert and Smart City Brake Support (front and rear). Available colours include Deep Crystal Blue, Jet Black, Machine Grey, Polymetal Grey, Snowflake White Pearl and Soul Red Crystal, the same options as before.

Pricing for the MX-5 RF has gone up for 2022 from last year’s update, with the manual variant now retailing for RM264,029, while the automatic is priced at RM265,964. These are on-the-road prices without insurance and inclusive of a 50% sales tax exemption for fully-imported (CBU) vehicles, which is the MX-5 RF is. A five-year, 100,000-km warranty and free maintenance package is included with each purchase.

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2021 Mazda MX-5 RF gets Wireless Apple CarPlay in Malaysia – manual, auto variants; priced from RM259k

In Cars, Local News, Mazda / By Gerard Lye / 1 April 2021 1:09 pm / 8 comments

Aside from the Mazda 6, the MX-5 RF also gets an update for the 2021 model year in Malaysia, albeit a minor one. The hardtop convertible is available with a six-speed manual transmission for RM258,591, or a six-speed automatic priced at RM260,527.

Both figures are on-the-road without insurance, and factors in the ongoing sales tax relief, which is 50% as the MX-5 RF comes fully imported (CBU) from Japan. Each purchase comes with a standard five-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty and free service package, the latter including labour, parts and lubricants.

The only change here is the same one that the Mazda 6 gets, with the addition of Wireless Apple CarPlay support for the Mazda Connect infotainment system, which also comes with Android Auto support. Everything else on the spec sheet remains unchanged from the updated model released last year.

Power comes from a SkyActiv-G 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine that outputs 181 hp at 7,000 rpm and 205 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Depending on the transmission, the rear-wheel drive convertible will hit a top speed of 220 km/h with the manual and 200 km/h with the auto.

2021 Mazda MX-5 spec sheet; MT (left), AT (right); click to enlarge

Standard kit includes 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic LED headlamps; LED DRLs and taillights; bulb-type rear fog lights; four rear parking sensors; a 4.6-inch TFT LCD multi-info display; single-zone automatic air-conditioning; manually-adjustable seats; a seven-inch infotainment touchscreen; and a nine-speaker Bose sound system. Mazda’s i-Stop idling and i-ELOOP brake energy regeneration systems are also present.

The airbag count remains the same at four (front and side), as is the rest of the safety gear like ABS, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), EBD, brake assist, traction control, Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), Hill Launch Assist (HLA), seatbelt reminder and Isofix child seat anchor for the passenger seat.

The brand’s i-Activsense suite of system is also standard, and includes Adaptive LED Headlamps (ALH), Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), Lane-Keep Assist System (LAS) as well as front and rear Smart City Brake Support (SCBS).

As for the available colours, there are six on offer – Soul Red Crystal, Snowflake White Pearl, Machine Grey, Polymetal Grey, Jet Black and a new Deep Crystal Blue. See full specifications of the 2021 MX-5 on CarBase.my.

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2020 Mazda MX-5 RF – more safety kit, from RM266k

In Cars, Local News, Mazda / By Danny Tan / 3 March 2020 1:39 pm / 6 comments

Bermaz Motor has officially announced the 2020 Mazda range, and the Mazda MX-5 RF maintains its place in local showrooms as the sole sports car in the Zoom-Zoom range. There are minor changes to the spec sheet as well as an upward price revision.

The MX-5, available here solely with the RF folding targa top, was updated last year. The 2019 model year car came with an upgraded 2.0L NA engine (redesigned pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, throttle body and intake valves; 700 rpm higher redline at 7,500 rpm) with 184 PS (from 160 PS) at 7,000 rpm and 205 Nm of torque (from 200 Nm) at 4,000 rpm.

Mazda said that torque has been increased across the rev range, with top-end twist boosted by as much as 15%. Hiroshima also made improvements to the sound of the engine, removing material from the muffler’s internal structure and tweaking it for less high-frequency noise. One can choose from a six-speed automatic with steering paddles or a good ol’ manual. No change here for 2020.

The 2019 update, which was announced by Bermaz in August last year, also added telescopic steering adjustment (previously omitted due to save weight), cruise control and a 4.6-inch colour TFT LCD multi-info display. Also new were Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity as standard through the Mazda Connect infotainment system and its seven-inch touchscreen. All these are present on the 2020 car.

Other standard equipment include adaptive LED headlights with a matrix high beam, LED daytime running lights, 17-inch black alloys, reverse sensors, keyless entry with walk-away lock, push-button start, auto lights/wipers, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, auto air-con, leather and a nine-speaker Bose sound system, which includes signature headrest speakers.

New additions for 2020 are in the safety column. Besides Isofix child seat mounts on the sole passenger seat with airbag cut off function, the sports car now comes with i-Activsense features such as Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Smart City Brake Support and Driver Attention Alert. The roadster also gets the latest Mazda badging and font design, which is upright and less bold than what you’ll see below.

Prices for the CBU Japan import start from RM266,154 for the manual and RM268,154 for the auto, on-the-road without insurance. This is slightly up from the RM259,154 (MT) and RM260,354 (AT) prices from 2019. The MX-5 RF was launched here in April 2017 for RM242,717 (MT) and RM248,182 (AT) with insurance. There’s a five-year or 100,000 km warranty plus free maintenance inclusive of labour, parts and lubricants. Find full specifications of the 2020 Mazda MX-5 on CarBase.my.

GALLERY: 2019 Mazda MX-5 RF

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GALLERY: Updated 2020 Mazda MX-5 RF – RM260k

In Cars, Local News, Mazda / By Matthew H Tong / 27 December 2019 10:38 am / 25 comments

In August, Mazda Malaysia launched the updated MX-5 RF, with prices starting from RM259,154 for the manual transmission and RM260,354 for the automatic. That’s nearly RM37k more than the original sticker price, though included is a five-year/100,000 km warranty and a five-year/100,000 km free service package.

Now, the 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated SkyActiv-G four-cylinder petrol engine features redesigned pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, throttle body and intake valves, and now revs 700 rpm higher at 7,500 rpm. The output has been raised to 184 PS at 7,000 rpm (up from 160 PS), while torque gets a slight bump to 205 Nm (up from 200 Nm) at 4,000 rpm.

Mazda claims that torque has been increased across the entire rev range, and top-end torque gets boosted by as much as 15%. The engine sounds better too, thanks to a reworked exhaust system. Other minor tweaks include telescopic steering adjustment (previously omitted due to weight) in addition to the existing tilt adjustment, along with cruise control and a 4.6-inch colour TFT LCD multi-info display. The seven-inch touchscreen also supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Standard equipment includes adaptive LED headlights with a matrix high beam, LED daytime running lights, 17-inch alloy wheels in a new black finish instead of gunmetal grey, reverse sensors, keyless entry with walk-away lock, push-button start, auto lights and wipers, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, auto air-conditioning, leather upholstery, and a nine-speaker Bose sound system (including headrest speakers).

Safety-wise, there’s four airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, stability control, hill start assist and lane departure warning, but unfortunately we don’t get autonomous emergency braking that was also introduced globally with this model year update, nor the reverse camera.

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2019 Mazda MX-5 RF in Malaysia – new 184 PS engine, telescopic steering, CarPlay, Android Auto, RM260k

In Cars, Local News, Mazda / By Jonathan Lee / 6 August 2019 9:56 am / 21 comments

Mazda’s emblematic lightweight sports car, the MX-5, has been updated for the 2019 model year, and this latest model has just arrived in Malaysia. Available only in RF folding targa top form, the roadster sports a fair few updates, but for a fairly substantial premium.

Let’s start with the engine, which is still a 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated SkyActiv-G four-cylinder petrol mill. Equipped with redesigned pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, throttle body and intake valves, it now revs 700 rpm higher at 7,500 rpm, with an accompanying increase of outputs – 184 PS (up from 160 PS) at 7,000 rpm and 205 Nm (up from 200 Nm) of torque at 4,000 rpm.

That’s not all, as it’s claimed that torque has been increased across the entire rev range, with top-end torque in particular boosted by as much as 15%. Mazda has also made improvements to the sound of the engine, removing material from the muffler’s internal structure and also tweaking it for less high-frequency noise. As before, you get an option between a six-speed automatic gearbox and a good old-fashioned manual.

Other minor tweaks include the addition of telescopic steering adjustment (previously omitted due to the extra weight) in addition to the existing tilt adjustment, along with cruise control and a 4.6-inch colour TFT LCD multi-info display. You also now get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity as standard through the Mazda Connect infotainment system and its seven-inch touchscreen.

All these updates come at a literal price, with the new models now costing up to nearly RM37,000 more than before. The MX-5 RF retails at RM259,154 with the manual transmission and RM260,354 with the automatic, on-the-road without insurance. Included in the price is a five-year/100,000 km warranty and a five-year/100,000 km free service package.

Standard equipment includes adaptive LED headlights with a matrix high beam, LED daytime running lights, 17-inch alloy wheels in a new black finish instead of gunmetal grey, reverse sensors, keyless entry with walk-away lock, push-button start, auto lights and wipers, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, auto air-conditioning, leather upholstery and a nine-speaker Bose sound system (including headrest speakers).

Safety-wise, you get four airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, stability control, hill start assist and lane departure warning, but unfortunately we don’t get autonomous emergency braking that was also introduced globally with this model year update, nor the reverse camera.

GALLERY: Mazda MX-5 RF in Malaysia (manual)

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Mazda MX-5 RF launched in Malaysia – folding hardtop, manual and auto transmissions, from RM243k

In Cars, Local Car Launches, Local News, Mazda / By Jonathan Lee / 27 April 2017 6:00 pm / 35 comments

It’s been a year and a half since the Mazda MX-5 arrived on our shores, but the long-awaited folding hardtop variant, the MX-5 RF, has finally arrived. More of a targa than a full convertible, it effectively replaces the original soft top version that has been on sale since August 2015.

As we’ve reported earlier, purists can rejoice at the fact that a manual transmission option has been introduced with the RF, joining the existing automatic. Prices stand at RM242,717 for the manual and RM248,182 for the automatic, on-the-road inclusive of insurance, a five-year/100,000 km warranty and a three-year/60,000 km free service package. By comparison, the soft-top auto retailed at RM226,376.

Setting the RF – which stands for Retractable Fastback – apart from the standard soft top model is the three-part power-folding roof. The front and middle portions fold and stow under the rear buttresses, creating a cabin that Mazda says combines the freedom of open air with a sense of security. While it’s electric compared to the soft top’s lightning-quick hand operation, the roof takes just 13 seconds to open and close.

Inside, a sound-absorbing headliner on the front and middle roof panels and sound insulation around the rear wheel wells are designed to offer a significantly quieter cabin with the roof closed. The suspension and steering have also been retuned to improve ride comfort, whilst retaining the roadster’s trademark agility, performance and driver involvement.

The roof adds five millimetres to the overall height, as well as 58 kg to the kerb weight – the automatic model tips the scales at 1,138 kg versus 1,080 kg for the soft top, while the manual is slightly lighter at 1,112 kg. Boot space remains the same, at a rather restrictive 130 litres.

As with the soft top, power comes from a 2.0 litre SkyActiv-G direct-injected four-cylinder engine that develops 158 hp at 6,000 rpm and 200 Nm at 4,000 rpm. Drive is sent to the rear wheels via either a six-speed SkyActiv-MT manual transmission or a six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic with paddle shifters.

Standard kit includes LED headlights with adaptive front lighting and high-beam control, LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, 17-inch gunmetal grey alloy wheels, keyless entry, push-button start, auto lights and wipers, single-zone auto air-con, cruise control, an MZD Connect infotainment system with a seven-inch touchscreen and a nine-speaker Bose sound system with headrest speakers.

Safety-wise, both models come with four airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, stability control and lane departure warning. The car gets a four-star Euro NCAP safety rating and five stars from ANCAP.

Browse full specifications and equipment on all Mazda MX-5 variants, and get the best deals on a new car, on CarBase.my.

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Mazda MX-5 RF in Malaysia – 2.0L, auto and manual

In Cars, Local News, Mazda / By Gerard Lye / 16 February 2017 3:23 pm / 59 comments

Surprise, surprise! The all-new Mazda MX-5 RF has landed on Malaysian shores, with this particular unit being spotted at Mazda Malaysia’s Glenmarie showroom. The arrival of the retractable fastback has been heralded for some time, with Mazda Malaysia confirming its arrival since July last year.

The RF defers from its soft-top sibling most noticeably by its folding metal hardtop, which can be tucked away or put up in a few seconds, by simply interacting with a toggle just below the air-con controls. This eliminates any need for manual labour, and will work at speeds of up to 10 km/h.

To accommodate the new roof design, the RF gets new rear pillars, a stowable mid-section for said roof as well as a more upright rear window to provide a more fastback look. The rest of the car remains unchanged from the soft-top, including the boot space of 130 litres, if that’s relevant.

The car seen here, unlike the one that was revealed in New York, isn’t finished in the carmaker’s new Machine Grey premium body colour, but instead gets the brand’s familiar Soul Red paintjob. Not that it matters as it is still quite the looker, at least to this writer’s eyes.

Under the hood, the RF gets the same 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder SkyActiv-G petrol engine (158 hp/200 Nm) as the soft-top roadster. The mill in this instance is mated to a six-speed SkyActiv-MT manual transmission, something that driving purists in the country will most definitely welcome. Those who still want the six-speed SkyActiv-Drive automatic will still be able to order the RF with said transmission, although it will cost more.

The equipment list is similar to the roadster, with adaptive LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, 17-inch wheels, keyless entry and start, automatic air-con, cruise control, MZD Connect infotainment system, seven-inch touchscreen and nine-speaker Bose sound system coming as standard.

We’ve been told by Bermaz personnel that the automatic RF will be tentatively priced at RM250k (manual should be less), with an official launch scheduled to take place in April or May this year. As a comparison, the soft-top retails for RM219,999 in Malaysia. Interested? Well, bookings are now open for the RF with either transmission. You can get best offers for the Mazda MX-5 on CarBase.my.

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