Watt the funk? Electrogenic Mazda MX-5 EV conversion driven

Sacrilege! No doubt the instant reaction of a certain segment of the motoring community when presented with the Electrogenic Mazda MX-5. This is an electric version of the original MX-5, putting a modern – and perhaps controversial – twist on a car that has come to define the classic roadster formula.

Compact, lightweight, front-engined and rear-wheel drive, with the added bonus of a convertible roof, the mk1 MX-5 is celebrated for its accessibility, its tactile nature – and its affordability. Sold in huge numbers, it’s known by enthusiasts as the NA generation of MX-5, Eunos Roadster and Mazda Miata, but I’ll be calling it the mk1 here to avoid confusion with naturally aspirated. …

Original article published 12 February 2025