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Best sports car: Mazda MX-5

Mazda MX-5
Mazda MX-5 | Photo: D.Boshouwers

When the idea of sports car is evoked, usually thoughts turn to brute power, naturally. But it's hard to find a sports car that delivers as much sheer fun as the Mazda MX-5. This is the roadster that has almost nothing but power with its 181 hp to go with its teeny size. But don’t be fooled: it's the near-perfect balance of masses, the excellent 6-speed manual transmission and the pleasure of driving with the wind in your hair that really make this little lady so popular with enthusiasts.

And should you think the new edition of the MX-5 is too expensive, a quick look online will reveal to you used models for sale at much lower pricing, and which are just as much fun to drive as the 2021 edition.

Honorable mention goes to the Ford Mustang with its extensive lineup of 2021 variants.

See also: Mild Refreshments for the 2021 Mazda MX-5

Mazda MX-5, roof down
Mazda MX-5, roof down | Photo: D.Boshouwers
Mazda MX-5 RF
Mazda MX-5 RF | Photo: D.Boshouwers
Vincent Aubé
Vincent Aubé
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