The highly-acclaimed new Mazda MX-5 has just added another trophy to the cabinet, this time an Australian Design Award.

The Mazda has just been named the winner of the Good Design Australia “Best in Category” – auto and transport and comes after recent accolades including World Car of the Year and the World Design Car of the Year.

Mazda taking the Australian Design Award after beating home finalists including the SUVs – Volvo XC90 and Audi Q7.

Mazda Australia managing director Martin Benders welcomed the recognition.

“Mazda is honoured to accept this highly valued and prestigious design award,”

“At Mazda we are immensely proud of the all-new Mazda MX-5, a vehicle that not only appeals to the judges in automotive and design award comparisons, but has also struck a chord with Australian sports car buyers, having sold in record numbers in its first 10 months on sale.

“Mazda’s “KODO- Soul of Motion” design language has been praised since launch and it is our goal to continue to deliver a range of quality cars that are appealing to the eye and fun to drive.”