Mazda lifts wraps on RF Sport Black 30 | 04 | 2018
JUST IN TIME to catch the, hopefully, summer sun, Mazda has added another limited edition model to its MX-5 line-up. The new RF Sport Black, limited to just 300 cars, is distinguishable by … its free-of-charge Eternal Blue Mica paint! Oh … it also gets a contrasting black rear spoiler and door mirrors. It goes on-sale at Scottish dealerships on May 28, priced £25,695. (Related: Roadtest — Mazda RF 2.0 SE-L Nav)
Like the convertible Z-Sport special edition, the newcomer follows Mazda’s long held tradition of producing distinctive limited edition MX-5s. The black rear spoiler, piano black door mirrors and gunmetal alloy wheels contrast with the Eternal Blue Mica paint, while inside unique floor mats, scuff plates and badging further distinguish this stand out MX-5.
Based on the 2.0-litre 160ps SE-L Nav, the Sport Black is upgraded with a whole host of goodies as standard, including leather seats, rain-sensing front wipers, rear parking sensors and automatic headlights. In addition, the standard limited slip differential ensures the Sport Black has the dynamic ability to match its looks. (Related: Mazda2 Sport Black revealed)
Like the rest of the RF range, the retractable hardtop consists of front, middle and rear roof sections, and a rear screen. When the top is lowered the front and middle portions are stowed together, while the rear glass sits behind the seats, leaving the rear roof section in place to create a unique open-topped look, and a cabin feeling that combines a sense of open air freedom with the impression of being securely ensconced within the car. (Related: Prices revealed for facelifted Mazda6)
“I’m delighted that we can offer an exclusive RF model to our customers,” Peter Allibon, sales director Mazda Motors UK, said, “With it joining the Z-Sport convertible in the line-up, we now have an unrivalled choice of MX-5s in the range, which means anyone wanting to drive a distinctive and stylish roadster can find what they need with one of our special edition models.”
On sale since the March 1, the Mazda MX-5 Z-Sport stands-out thanks to its deep cherry red fabric hood, 17-inch black BBS wheels, and free-of-charge Machine Grey Metallic paint.
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Jim McGill