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Jun 2, 2015 | 03:48 PM

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the things a Mazdaspeed package could do with this car....

Jun 2, 2015 | 06:52 PM

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Don't forget that Mazda is contracted to make Fiat version with Fiat engine using the same chassis. The current 1.4L Turbo is making 180hp in Abarth 500 Competizone, I can see it get tuned up to 200hp while having similar weight to 2.0L Miata. This makes sense for Fiat, because they use the same engine in other applications. Unless Mazda develop a 1.5L or 2.0L turbo and use in other applications as well, I don't think it makes sense for them to do a Mazdaspeed Miata.

i know... is the 1.4l good though? A lot of reviews complain about it in FCA vehicles, not sure what to expect.

Jun 2, 2015 | 09:28 PM

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i know... is the 1.4l good though? A lot of reviews complain about it in FCA vehicles, not sure what to expect.

To answer to the question, 1.4L multiair in Abarth 500 is one of the best sounding 4 cylinder in the market. If someone is going to mod the car anyway, just get Miata with 2.0L and hope that aftermarket is releasing upgrades for the car early, so you can buy reliable mods based on user data.

From what I heard, most complains are minor issues that still requires visiting dealership. Since this time around, material is sourcing by Mazda, I don't see any reliability concern at all. You can always wait for the while to see if there is any issue with the early production though.

Last edited by cino; Jun 2, 2015 at 09:35 PM. Reason: typo

Jun 11, 2015 | 05:41 PM

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Mazda is now taking pre-orders on the new Miata

http://www.longlivetheroadster.com/#preorder-countdown

Jun 18, 2015 | 05:06 PM

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Mazda MX 5 Showdown: 1990 MkI vs 2015 MkIV

Jun 20, 2015 | 12:04 AM

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^^ OMG, she is cute. However, I'm more curious about a comparison between the new MX-5 and the FRS/BRZ.

Jun 20, 2015 | 12:37 AM

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^^ OMG, she is cute. However, I'm more curious about a comparison between the new MX-5 and the FRS/BRZ.

From page 16

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Comparison: 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2015 Subaru BRZ
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...rz_comparison/

Jun 20, 2015 | 10:01 AM

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motorweek reviewed it this week

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Jun 30, 2015 | 10:09 PM

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Mazda North American Operations is happy to welcome the arrival of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata to North America.

Jun 30, 2015 | 11:05 PM

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Miata army.

Jun 30, 2015 | 11:07 PM

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^^ OMG, she is cute. However, I'm more curious about a comparison between the new MX-5 and the FRS/BRZ.

45hp less, does 0-60 1 sec faster. Subaru and Toyota need to do s.th.

Jul 7, 2015 | 06:56 AM

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Latest word in my area for release seems to be August or September now.

Jul 7, 2015 | 10:04 AM

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Jul 7, 2015 | 10:55 AM

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We had the new Miata Club Edition at the office the other week. Definitely a tidy little package.

Jul 7, 2015 | 11:15 AM

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Look at that! Naughty natured in a dark color. How did it sound?