The Round 2 of the Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC) Miata Spec Series held at the Clark International Speedway (CIS) is now in the books.
Mazda Philippines successfully concluded the second round of the Miata Spec Series
Allan Uy, racing in Car No. 99, dominated the race track as he was crowned the overall winner for the round’s two races (Race 3 and Race 4). Uy had a 1.192-second margin over the second placer, Tyson Sy in Car No. 5, in the Race 3 Shell Pro Class. In Race 4 of the same class, he boasted a 4.317-second gap to first runner-up Angie King who was driving Car No. 12.
The racers weren’t the only ones to enjoy the track as Pilipinas Shell VIPs and guests were also treated to a taxi ride in the MSCC Miata Spec Series race cars. In case you are unaware, the race event is sponsored by Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation, GT Radial tires, and Rota Wheels.
Race 4 Winners
These cars are a showroom-stock Mazda MX-5 which is powered by a 2.0-liter Skyactiv-G engine with 182 horsepower and 205 Nm of torque. A 6-speed automatic transmission is used to send power exclusively to the rear wheels. Other upgrades include a custom stainless steel exhaust system, a Cusco racing roll cage, and an improved suspension.
Two down, two to go
The MSCC Miata Spec Series Round 3 is scheduled on October 29 which consists of Race 5 and Race 6. Meanwhile, Round 4 will be held on November 26 for Race 7 and Race 8. All races will be held at the CIS. Here is the list of podium finishers for Race 3 and Race 4:
Race 3 Winners
GT Radial Novice Class
1st – Jaime Miguel Almario
2nd Dino Imperial
3rd – Kirk Baltazar
Shell Pro Class
1st – Allan Uy
2nd – Tyson Sy
3rd – Angie King
Rota Masters Class
1st – Windy Imperial
2nd – N/A
3rd – N/A
Overall
1st – Allan Uy
2nd – Tyson Sy
3rd – Andie King
Race 4 Winners
GT Radial Novice Class
1st – Javier Toledo
2nd – Jaime Miguel Almario
3rd – Kirk Baltazar
Shell Pro Class
1st – Allan Uy
2nd – Angie King
3rd – Paul Perez
Rota Masters Class
1st – Windy Imperial
2nd – Lito Ignacio
3rd – N/A
Overall
1st – Allan Uy
2nd – Angie King
3rd – Paul Perez
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Know more about Mazda MX-5 2024
The Mazda MX-5 2024 Philippines is a 2-seater, rear-wheel-drive sports car. The soft-top version currently has different variants for the Philippine market:
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2.0L MT Miata Cup 23rd Anniversary Edition – ₱2,230,000
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2.0L MT Black Top Black Leather – ₱2,300,000
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2.0L AT Black Top Black Leather – ₱2,350,000
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2.0L MT Tan Top Tan Nappa Leather – ₱2,400,000
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2.0L AT Tan Top Tan Nappa Leather – ₱2,450,000
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2.0L AT RF Black Leather – ₱2,550,000
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2.0L AT RF Tan Nappa Leather – ₱2,600,000
Under the hood, the Mazda MX-5 uses a 2.0-liter inline-4 gasoline engine capable of making up to 181 horsepower and 205 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to its rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Size-wise, the MX-5 has a length of 3,915mm, a width of 1,735mm, and a height of 1,230mm.
Currently, the Mazda MX-5 competes against the likes of the Toyota 86, Subaru BRZ, among others.
Mazda MX-5 Launch
In August 2015, Mazda Philippines launched the Mazda MX-5 launched soft-top variant. Two years later, the Japanese car brand introduced its RF variant at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). It is regarded as one of the best value-for-money sports cars one can get in the Philippines.
As of 2021, Mazda Philippines updated the Mazda MX-5's lineup. It now has three trims. The first is the manual version with a black top. The second is also a manual but it can come with a dark cherry top. The third is an automatic variant with both choices of black or dark cherry top.
In 2022, Mazda Philippines brought in the revamped MX-5. These come with a red or black top version, and two Club Edition versions.
Mazda MX-5 Exterior
The Mazda MX-5's exterior is styled to follow the brand's KODO design philosophy. To this end, it enables the car to look like it's in constant motion, while the outside profile of the vehicle features sultry curves as well. Slim headlamps are evident on the front end, while several regions on the front, side, and rear have sharp and smooth corners.
Its traditional roadster shape is maintained, and for the motor to be pushed behind the front axle, it has a long hood and a short rear. The different variants are available with distinct colored roofs that range from standard black to red.
Mazda MX-5 Interior
As of 2024, there are several options for the MX-5's interior. Its seats can either come with black fabric covers, premium black leather, or Terracotta Nappa leather. The Club Edition variants also have Recaro Seats, while all trims get an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a push-to-start button, a leather-wrapped shift knob, and automatic climate control.
Technology & Safety Features
For the 2024 Mazda MX-5, all trims are provided with dual front airbags, side airbags, dynamic stability control, a reverse camera and rear parking sensors, anti-lock braking, lane departure warning, as well as a low-speed emergency braking system dubbed as the Smart City Brake Support.
Entertainment is then handled by a Mazda Connect touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is then paired with a 9-piece Bose sound system.
Platform & Chassis
The MX-5 2024 is a 2-seater coupe with a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. For suspensions, it uses a Double Wishbone for the front and a multi-link rear suspension. The manual versions then get Bilstein Dampers for the front suspension, as well as a limited-slip differential.
Also, the 2024 version of the MX-5 now comes with Kinematic Posture Control, a system that ensures less body roll and more stability during spirited drives. It also prevents the car from lifting when accelerating hard.
Engine & Drivetrain
The power of the Mazda MX-5 comes from a naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter in-line 4-cylinder engine that supplies 184 hp as well as 205 Nm torque power. A 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission option is available, being the latter unit can be found on higher-spec variants.
Aesthetically appealing as always
The standard for manual variants is a limited speed differential.
For the Philippine market, the 2024 Mazda MX-5 has seven different exterior color choices. These include Snowflake White Pearl, Deep Crystal Blue, Jet Black, Platinum Quartz, Polymetal Gray, Machine Gray, and Soul Red Crystal.
In terms of engine output, the MX-5 makes slightly less horsepower than its main competitor. Then again, it makes just about the same amount of torque. Other than that, it is currently the smallest 2-door sports car in the Philippine market today. This means that it beats out its rivals in terms of curb weight. This can equate to more agility on the track, though this also has the drawback of resulting in less interior space. Most folks, however, will have no issues fitting inside the MX-5 Philippines.
Mazda MX-5 Pros & Cons
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Mazda MX-5 Q&A
1. Is the Mazda MX-5 a good car?
Yes, Mazda MX-5 owns an engine block for smooth and quiet operation and this new version of Mazda does not consume too much fuel.
2. Is the Mazda MX-5 featured with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay?
3. How many engine options are available for the Mazda MX-5 in the Philippines?
The Mazda MX-5 is offered with three powertrain options: 2.5-liter and 2.0-liter gasoline engine choices, and a 2.2-liter turbo diesel power plant.
4. How many seaters does the Mazda MX-5 have?
The MX-5 has 2 seaters.
5. How much is the Mazda MX-5 2024 in the Philippines?
The price of the new MX-5 in the Philippines ranges from 2,230,000 Php for the entry-level model to 2,600,000 Php for the top-of-the-line model.
₱ 2,020,000 - ₱ 2,630,000
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