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Mazda MX-5 1.8

General information

ModelMazda MX-5 1.8
Year1999
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1840 ccm (112.28 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.5 litres/100 km (27.84 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1840 ccm (112.28 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power140.00 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque162.00 Nm (16.5 kgf-m or 119.5 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 85.0 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1366 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3680 litres (972 gallons)
Cargo space144 litres (38 gallons)
Optional cargo space1712 litres (452 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle9 m (362.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1025 kg (2,259.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1905 kg (4,199.8 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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