2016 Mazda MX-5 Club Heightens Performance
Mazda is already showing off a sportier version of its new 2016 MX-5 Miata.
Making its debut at the 2015 New York Auto Show, the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club boasts numerous upgrades to the sporty roadster, heightening performance with a limited-slip differential, Bilstein shocks and a shock tower brace for models equipped with the SkyActiv-MT six-speed manual transmission. Those opting for the automatic MX-5 Miata Club will forgo all the performance upgrades and will be left with the 17-inch gunmetal wheels, front air dam and rear lip spoilers.
All MX-5 Club models will come standard with Mazda Connect infotainment system with a seven-inch color touchscreen display and multi-function commander control, HD and SiriusXM Satellite Radio, a pair of USB ports, piano black side mirrors and seatback bars and a nine-speaker Bose audio system with headrest speakers.
2015 New York Auto Show Coverage
Buyers of the MX-5 Club will also be able to opt for an additional package that gives the MX-5 Miata with forged lightweight 17-inch BBS wheels, Brembo front brakes and functional aerodynamic side sill extensions along with a rear bumper skirt – all of which were previewed earlier this year at the Chicago Auto Show on the MX-5 Global Cup race car.
Further details on the packages and pricing on the Club model is expected to come closer to the model’s release.
“MX-5 is the heart and soul of Mazda, serving as a beacon for the rest of our lineup with its fun-to-drive dynamics, design and technologies,” said Jim O’Sullivan, president and CEO, MNAO. “Jinba Ittai – oneness between driver and machine — defines the MX-5. It’s a philosophy that has led every decision we’ve made toward bringing the MX-5 back to the basics that made drivers fall in love with it 26 years ago when the first generation debuted.”
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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17 inch wheels on an MX-5 are a mistake. Too heavy - too much unsprung weight. This has been known for years . . . 17's are the mark of a noob.