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The ultimate roadster. Long live the MX-5.

I owned this MX-5 RF 1.5 Skyactiv-G before upgrading to the newer, brawnier 2.0 version.
Even when equipped with this considerably less powerful (130bhp, 152nm torque at 4,700rpm) 1.5 petrol engine, the car felt responsive and pulled keenly in most situations. The sweet gearbox and handling afforded an exciting driving experience even in mediocre driving situations. Perhaps the most staggering of all was the fuel economy though. Even driven vigorously, the car frequently returned 45mpg, as high as 50mpg on long runs - knocking on the door of hybrid territory.
The biggest caveat prior to purchasing is interior space. Anybody above 6ft is going to be cramped as the interior is considerably smaller than the predecessor MX-5 (NC version). Obviously, the boot space is similarly minute - but if these issues are not of concern, and you want a frugal, exciting introductory roadster - this MX-5 could be your dream come true.

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