Interesting Facts About the Mazda MX-5 NA
The Mazda MX-5 NA, the first‑generation Miata, launched in the late 1980s and quickly became an icon of affordable road‑sterling fun. Its roots, design cues, and lasting appeal are still celebrated by enthusiasts today.
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Debut at the Chicago Auto Show
The original MX‑5 (NA) premiered at the Chicago Auto Show in February 1989. It entered the United States market a few months later, in May 1990, as a 1990 model year vehicle.
British‑Inspired First Generation (1989‑1997)
Manufactured from 1989 to 1997, the NA was inspired by post‑war era British sports cars. Early models were equipped with a 1.6‑liter twin‑cam four‑cylinder engine that produced 115 hp.
Unchanged Spirit Through Redesigns
Even after three full redesigns over a 30‑year span, Mazda’s MX‑5 Miata has spiritually remained the same as it was when it debuted at the 1989 Chicago auto show.
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