Exterior
The 2007 redesign was as substantial as the 1999 reworking, which did away with the pop-up headlights in favor of fixed units and a more curvaceous body. The current generation retains the fixed headlights but returns somewhat to the original shape, with fewer curves — except for the accentuated wheel arches that recall the Mazda RX-8.
The folding soft-top incorporates a Z-fold design that uses a single, centrally positioned latch handle. The top fits flush in its lowered position, so a detachable boot cover isn't necessary. Standard wheels measure 16 inches in diameter, but 17-inchers are available.
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Interior Equipment (View A)
1 Door-lock knob.
2 DSC OFF switch.
3 Passenger air bag deactivation switch.
4 Lighting control.
5 Turn and lane-change signal.
6 Dashboard illumination knob.
7 Instrument cluster.
8 Wiper an ...
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WARNING:
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The gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
and the gross vehicle weight rating
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