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Mazda MX-5 Miata SV 2009
The MX-5 Miata receives a refresh of its exterior design for the 2009 model year. Changes include a new front grill and revised rear fender bulges. However, it still features three convertible top options. The 2009 Mazda MX-5 offers the choice of a manually-folding soft top with a heated-glass rear window, or a power-folding hardtop. The lineup begins with the soft-top only SV model, and ascends through Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring, which are available with either top. All use a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine rated at 167 hp with manual transmission, 158 with automatic. The body is a conventional, but light, uni body or monocoque construction, with a (detachable) rear sub frame. SV is a 6-speed automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and side airbags that provide head and torso protection. A sport suspension is available on manual-transmission Tourings and Grand Tourings.
The styling of the Mazda MX-5 Miata has been significantly refreshed for 2009 as well. There are newly designed headlights, tail lights, front and rear fascias and sharpened wheel designs. Add in the extra horsepower, transmission options, enhanced fuel efficiency and a firmer suspension system and you have a new Miata that is turning heads and making owners very enthusiastic. Click here to read more…
