5-Star (for models equipped with specific safety features)
Active Features
Driver Assistance:
Available: Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Smart City Brake Support (SCBS), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)
Traction Control:
Standard: Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control System (TCS)
Passive Features
Airbags:
Front airbags, side airbags, driver's knee airbag
Body Structure:
Advanced impact-absorbing body structure
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
System Name:
Mazda Connect Infotainment System
Features:
7-inch touchscreen (Apple CarPlay/Android Auto optional/added in later revisions), Commander Control knob, Bluetooth, HD Radio, Satellite Radio.
Driver Assistance
Advanced Features:
Optional driver assistance suite includes BSM, RCTA, SCBS, LDW. Manual covers their operation, calibration, and diagnosis.
Connectivity
Bluetooth Spec:
Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming
Diagnostics
OBD Ii:
Full OBD-II diagnostic capabilities, including live data, freeze frame data, and P-codes. Manual details specific Mazda PIDs and data streams.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change:
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (severe conditions may require more frequent changes).
Engine Air Filter:
Inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), replace as needed.
Cabin Air Filter:
Replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
Brake Fluid:
Replace every 3 years, regardless of mileage.
Spark Plugs:
Replace every 75,000 miles (120,000 km) (Iridium type).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
0W-20 Synthetic (Mazda Genuine Oil or API SN/ILSAC GF-5 compliant)
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.8 US quarts (4.5 liters) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Mazda FL22 Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue)
Coolant Capacity:
Approx. 5.2 US quarts (4.9 liters)
Known Issues
Soft Top Wear:
Potential wear on soft top seals and fabric over time; manual covers inspection and adjustment.
Rattles Creaks:
Common in lightweight sports cars; manual details interior trim removal and chassis component checks for diagnosis.
Rf Mechanism:
Retractable hardtop mechanism requires proper lubrication and adjustment; manual provides detailed service procedures.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Heritage:
Mazda has a long lineage of affordable, fun-to-drive sports cars, famously starting with the original Mazda Cosmo Sport and continuing with the iconic Mazda RX-7 and the legendary Mazda Miata (MX-5).
Model Evolution
Nd Generation Start:
The fourth generation (ND) was introduced for the 2016 model year, marking a return to the lightweight philosophy of the original NA generation.
Nd2 Updates:
The 2019 model year (ND2 update) brought significant revisions, including an updated engine with more power and torque, revised suspension tuning, and minor interior/exterior styling enhancements.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Mazda's Hofu Plant, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Car Of The Year:
Consistently recognized by automotive journalists and organizations worldwide, often winning 'Roadster of the Year' and similar awards.
Top Safety:
Earned good safety ratings from IIHS and NHTSA, depending on equipped features.
Design Awards:
The ND generation's design has received numerous accolades for its styling and proportions.