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It’s hard to improve one of the best-selling, most famous sportcars of all time. Yet, the 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata continues to evolve and change into a more sophisticated roadster while retaining the go-kart handling and amazingly fun-to-drive spirit of its predecessors. This year, it gets tire-pressure monitoring, a driver’s seat lifter, and a CD changer.

Available in four trim levels – SV, Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring (no SV model with the hardtop) – the MX-5 Miata boasts a solid 2.0 liter 4-cylinder engine with 166 horsepower (manual transmission) or 158 horsepower (automatic transmission) with ample torque to scoot this two-seater around town with giggles to spare. With a 5- or 6-speed short-throw manual transmission available, the car is the ultimate grin-inducer. Mated to a rear-wheel drivetrain, either transmission provides quick shifts, squirting the car through traffic with ease. For those interested in more leisurely cruising, the 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters will be a more appealing choice. An available Limited-Slip Differential, Bilstein® shocks, and a sport-tuned suspension create a virtually track-ready car that blazes through the open road.

The MX-5 Miata is available with a standard manual-folding cloth soft top, which opens and closes easily with the driver inside the cockpit. The real innovation, however, is the available Power Retractable Hardtop that stows in the trunk. An aluminum bonnet hood and trunk lid offer significant weight savings and increase the nimble handling. Available Xenon High Intensity Discharge headlamps and available fog lights create excellent visibility and enhanced illumination. Standard dual front airbags and side impact airbags offer enhanced passenger protection in a collision. The new tire pressure monitoring system constantly monitors tire pressure and alerts the driver to any significant changes.

Inside the two-seat cockpit, an available Bose® audio 7-speaker sound system with in-dash 6-disc CD changer and speed-sensing auto volume control provide the perfect accompaniment to a road trip. Available heated bucket seats with leather upholstery add a touch of class to the drive. Standard remote keyless entry allows you to lock and unlock the car from a distance. The standard mesh aero board windblocker does an excellent job of keep the wind out of the cabin.

With legendary handling, a potent engine, and an available retractable hardtop roof, the 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the most advanced, mature example of the classic British-inspired Japanese roadster yet.