Mazda MX-5 Miata Officially Answer to Everything With RF (Removable Fastback) Model

by Mark Stevenson

March 22nd, 2016 8:09 PM

mazda mx 5 miata officially answer to everything with rf removable fastback model

Mazda just blew the top off, then stowed it away neatly in its targa trunk.

Tonight, on the eve of the New York International Auto Show, Mazda showed off its latest creation: the MX-5 RF, which stands for Retractable Fastback. According to eagle-eyed TTAC contributor Chris Tonn, who was able to get a little closer to the car than myself, the removable roof panel won’t negatively affect trunk space any more than the normal convertible hard top.

If you were waiting for a reason to buy a Miata, this is it.

The roof stows behind the rear seats but does not go into the trunk. A total of 4.6 cubic feet of storage is still available, good for two carry-on bags or your girlfriend’s extensive Sephora collection on a weekend retreat.

The new model will be 5 millimeters taller than the soft top model, and there’s likely some weight gain from the motorized mechanism, but details on any extra girth weren’t released.

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Kato on Mar 26, 2016

Nice to have options I suppose, but why add weight, complexity and cost to an elemental roadster? The only reason I see to get this is improved security if you have to park on the street.

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Betazero on Mar 27, 2016

Anyone know if the back window can be rolled down without dropping the top? I love this design! I always hated the hard top Miatas. They are really not attractive. This reminds me of my favorite car the Honda Del Sol that I had a long time ago. I was going to buy the new Miata but now I am waiting. I hope they also add the Carplay support to the 2017!! I live in florida where a full convertible is like sticking your head in an oven. If I can drop the back window and drop the top sometimes this car is truly perfect for me.

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