Striking new EV sports car brings 370bhp and a rotary range-extender that can run on hydrogen
Mazda has given a radical vision of what the future could look like for the venerable MX-5, headlining this year’s Tokyo motor show with a sleek, rotary-electric sports car concept called the Iconic SP. The concept – previewed digitally earlier this year and now presented as the centrepiece of a celebration of the MX-5 on Mazda’s stand – is said to use a powertrain based on that of the recently launched MX-30 R-EV crossover, which uses a rotary petrol engine as a generator to charge a 17.
The digital driver display hosts a G-meter and, intriguingly, a map of the Monaco GP circuit – hinting that the Vision SP has been conceived with rapid lap times and driver engagement as a prevailing focus. There are shift paddles behind the steering wheel, too, for adjusting the brake regeneration, and a touchscreen that looks to host controls for the active aerodynamic elements, suspension settings and launch control.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Mack Truck fails to yield, striking Mazda in Lancaster CountyA Mack Truck turned into oncoming traffic, leading to a crash on a Penn Twp. intersection.Northern Lancaster County Regional Police (NLCRP) state the wreck happ
Read more »
Thousands more UAW members walk out at StellantisThe new walkout brings the total number of striking workers to more than 40,000.
Read more »
Mazda CX-70 postponed by a year | Car NewsThe new Mazda CX-70 was due out this year, but Mazda confirms its introduction has been postponed until 2024. Auto123 has the details.
Read more »
The Mazda Iconic SP Concept Looks Stunning With A 'Two-Rotor EV System'Mazda brings out a stunning sports car that runs on electricity from an unusual source.
Read more »
The Mazda Iconic SP Concept Looks Stunning With A 'Two-Rotor EV System'Mazda brings out a stunning sports car that runs on electricity from an unusual source.
Read more »
Mazda Iconic SP Is a Hybrid Rotary-Powered Sports Car of the FutureCaleb Miller began blogging about cars at 13 years old, and he realized his dream of writing for a car magazine after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University and joining the Car and Driver team. He loves quirky and obscure autos, aiming to one day own something bizarre like a Nissan S-Cargo, and is an avid motorsports fan.
Read more »