The Fourth Generation Restyling 1 Mazda MX-5 is a two-seat Roadster built for open-air, rear-wheel-drive driving. You get gasoline powertrains you can match to how involved you want everyday use to feel.
A Mazda MX-5 engine choice on this Roadster is about how you want to drive. The 1.5 MT pairs a smaller gasoline engine with a manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive. The 2.0L SKYACTIVE-G AT keeps that drivetrain but uses an automatic for calmer daily use. These are examples, not the full lineup.
Mazda MX-5 trim levels sit on a technical version rather than replacing it. On the 2.0L SKYACTIVE-G AT Roadster, Special Edition is an equipment configuration of that gasoline automatic, rear-wheel-drive car. You pick the powertrain first, then a trim that changes cabin, exterior and convenience kit around it.