Mazda Says MX-5 and Alfa Spyder Will Be Two Distinct Models Other Models Possible

Mazda CEO says the tie-up could be the start of healthy relationship

Mazda has revealed more details on its partnership with Alfa Romeo to build the new MX-5 and Spyder.

While the pair will work together on a lightweight platform to cut costs, Mazda CEO Takashi Yamanouchi says the two production cars will not be comparable.

“The engines and price positions will be completely different,” he told Auto Express. “The Alfa will not have SkyActiv engines.” The Alfa will be more expensive.

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mini22 - 8/31/2012 5:17:05 PM

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Good to here the cars will be different. They need to be.

MorePower - 8/31/2012 6:25:12 PM

+1 Boost

Sounds like Alfa could be looking at using the new Mazda 6 platform or perhaps a GT platform.

quizz - 9/1/2012 3:54:12 PM

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Would love an improved design for the Miata - it's too cutie-girly. The Alfa version is probably the one to get.