Its debut at Goodwood is to test customer reaction to a high performance version of the iconic sportscar.
Built by race specialists Jota Sport, this concept produces 205bhp from a normally aspirated 2.0 Mazda petrol engine which is mated to the car's standard manual gearbox. Susension has been uprated to improve handling and is adjustable for different track conditions, aerodynamic assistance comes from a carbon front splitter, a rear diffuser and boot spoiler. The exhaust note has been enhanced with a sports exhaust system with a central tailpipe.
For customers who want to acquire the car for track use, it comes equipped with road slicks and body-coloured roll hoops behind the seats.
Joining the MX-5 GT Concept on the Mazda stand at Goodwood will be the Mazda Takeri sedan concept, an indication of the design direction of the future Mazda6.
