Fresh face for Mazda MX-5 As the antidote to thoughts of winter and cumbersome 4x4s, Mazda's facelifted MX-5 sports car is on sale now featuring a new, pedestrian-friendly bonnet, satellite navigation system, side airbags, climate control air-conditioning and an even more rewarding driving experience. As well as the new bonnet, there's a more chiselled grille and bumper, together with a deeper spoiler that's claimed to reduce drag. Improved engine response is promised, too, thanks to a modified throttle. As well as cleaner exits from corners, tweaks to the brakes are claimed to deliver improved front-rear load distribution on the approach to a bend. The petrol engines are otherwise unchanged, meaning a 124bhp 1.8 with a five-speed manual gearbox or a 158bhp 2.0-litre, available with six-speed manual or six-speed sequential paddle-shift transmission with manual or fully automatic modes. Enhanced specifications include climate control air-conditioning and glossy dark grey dashboard panel and steering wheel inserts throughout. Sport Tech models also have alloy pedals as standard. Across the range there are new paint colours. New to the line-up, the Sport Tech Nav has a Tom Tom satellite navigation system with a 5.8in touchscreen monitor. The new seven-strong MX-5 range costs from £18,495 to £23,595.