Overview
- Mazda CEO Masahiro Moro confirmed in late July that the successor to the MX-5 will be engineered to support a future without an internal-combustion engine while still allowing petrol options at launch.
- Engineers are targeting a curb weight between roughly 1,000 and 1,200 kilograms so the roadster can keep its light, balanced feel even if an EV version is produced.
- Mazda plans to offer petrol power initially, likely using the new 2.5‑liter Skyactiv‑Z and possible light hybridization, while preparing a platform that can accept battery packs without a full skateboard design.
- The company rules out wide use of costly exotic materials like carbon fiber and is exploring clever packaging such as transmission-tunnel battery layouts to protect seating position and weight distribution.
- The next MX-5 is not expected before 2028 and Mazda also wants a separate low-volume flagship 'hero' sports car; regional rules and market demand will shape whether and where an electric MX-5 is sold.