2024 Mazda MX-5 Roadster 2.0 Homura

The 2024 Mazda MX-5 sees Mazda’s award-winning sports car receive an exterior design change for the first time since the launch of the current generation MX-5 in 2015. The subtle changes include a new LED headlight design that now incorporates the daytime running lights, while the rear LED lights have also been redesigned. A new Aero Grey paint colour has been added to the MX-5 line-up, as well.

The eight-model range features four Roadster and four RF models and a choice of Prime-Line, Exclusive-Line and Homura trim grades. Prime-Line cars are powered by the 132ps 1.5-litre Skyactiv-G engine, while Exclusive-Line can be chosen with either the 1.5-litre or the 184ps 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G engine. The range-topping Homura is exclusively matched to the 184ps unit.

As before 2.0-litre cars feature a front strut brace, limited slip differential and Bilstein dampers as standard. However, the 2024 MX-5 features a new Asymmetric Limited Slip Differential - a cam mechanism has been added to the conical clutch, which is lightweight, compact and highly durable. The cam angle is set differently for the deceleration and acceleration side, thereby achieving optimal limiting force of slip during both actions. Strengthening the slip limiting force when the unloaded rear wheel is lightened during cornering enhances stability, moreover tuning the slip limiting force and optimising the set up for the MX-5’s engine, suspension and tyre characteristics ensures the purity of handling balance the MX-5 is famed for.

Drivers will also notice upgrades to the cabin of the MX-5, as inside there’s a new larger central 8.8-inch touch-screen multimedia display and an updated instrument panel. The bigger central screen allows for clearer navigation mapping, while the more advanced MZ Connect system helps user functionality. Additionally, USB-C ports have been introduced, while as before, the MX-5 has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. From Exclusive-Line upwards, the 2024 Mazda MX-5 also has a new frameless rear-view mirror, but the interior retains the same driver focused cabin and driving position. The range-topping Homura grade now features Recaro seats trimmed in leather and Alcantara.