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Talking point - how would you improve the Mazda MX-5?

We're yet to be convinced the new MX-5 is a true evo star - how would you make it better?

Last month we tried the new Mazda MX-5 (you can read the web review here) and found it somewhat underwhelming when driven hard.

What would be your formula to make the Mazda MX-5 appeal to people like us?

Post your suggestions below. The best ones will appear in the next issue of evo.

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