Mazda Motor Corporation earlier announced the launch of Blaze, a special edition roadster intended for the Japanese domestic market. Blaze is a lightweight, open-top sports car which has been the subject of several modifications to improve ergonomics, style and performance. Both the interior and exterior auto parts have been enhanced for a whole new driving experience. Blaze is now on sale at all Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealers throughout Japan.

Blaze Edition Roadster got its name from "sparkle," "blinding light," and "fiery color," and the images they suggest. Its dominant exterior, which is enhanced by special auto parts, epitomizes cutting-edge style. The forged 17-inch alloy wheels of the vehicle are produced by BBS Japan Co. Ltd., a renowned name in the manufacture of auto wheels. The wheels are accentuated with chrome finish for a regal impact. Compared to base model roadsters, Blaze wheels are lighter to improve driving performance. Blaze also uses several . In fact, in April next year, a new version will be equipped with Mazda's pride - Power Retractable Hard Top (PRHT).

The special edition vehicle also boasts its chrome and clear parts features. An exclusive deep wine-red body color, Radiant Ebony Mica is made exclusive to Blaze. The deep green Highland Green Mica is also added to the standard model color range. Now, there are two color choices available for this special edition Roadster.

The interior of the car boasts its sand beige genuine leather seat upholstery and door trim mated to black leather combination for the steering wheel and parking brake covers. The interior is accentuated with alloy parts to equalize the sporty appeal with its elegant charisma. Other exclusive features of the roadster include the shift boot air vent bezel and dial rings, decoration panel, and stainless steel scuff plates.

The manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the soft-top models are 2,840,000 yen for the six-speed manual transmission version. For the six-speed automatic transmission version the MSRP is 2,870,000 yen. For the Power Retractable Hard Top models, they are priced at 3,040,000 yen for the six-speed MT version and 3,135,000 yen for the six-speed AT version.