Mazda MX-5: Japan's No.1

Production vehicles launched in Japan between November 1 of the previous year and October 31 of the current year, and with a sales volume exceeding 500 units, are eligible for the Japan Car of the Year award.

It has been 23 years since Mazda first won Japan Car of the Year in 1982, with the Capella sedan. The RX-8 sports car won the 2003-2004 Most Fun special prize, and the Mazda Verisa received the 2004-2005 Best Value award in 2004-2005.

Prices for the MX-5 base model in Japan start at 2.2 million yen, including tax.

An overview of the MX-5 is available at the Mazda Motor Corporation official website at www.mazda.com