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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When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used
Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used
under the following conditions:
- The mobile telephone is outside of the
communication area.
- The mobile telephone has a
malfunction.
- The mobile telephone ...
New for 2011
The headlights and fog lamps get a new design, and there is a new design for
the 17-inch alloy wheels. Mazda says fuel economy has improved on the "i" and
"s" models. Other cha ...
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
The MZR 2.0-litre engine is now available with a six-speed automatic
transmission for the first time in Europe. It includes a direct Activematic
(DAM) function that allows manual gear shifts using ...


