26 years after the first Mazda MX-5, we present you the latest competition version of the Japanese brand, the Mazda MX-5 Cup.
For anyone who has driven the new Mazda MX-5, it's hard to imagine a more fun version of the Japanese sports car to drive, but apparently it's possible. As we already reported last May, the latest Mazda MX-5 Cup will serve as the basis for the Japanese brand's monobrand trophies around the world.The power is the same as the previous version – a 2 liter engine that produces 160 hp. – but the new racing Mazda is now lighter, weighing less than 1 ton. As you would expect, the latest generation of the sport is faster than the previous one, having completed the Willow Springs Racing circuit in less than 2.2 seconds.
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Stronger gearbox, lighter transmission coolers, a bigger radiator, improved suspension and a custom exhaust manifold are the features that take this Mazda MX-5 Cup to the next level.
Inside, so there are no distractions, we find only the essentials: a racing seat, digital panel and a smaller steering wheel. And in our opinion, it's all that's needed to enjoy the unique driving experience of a track-oriented MX-5.
