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Mazda MX-5 1.6

General information

ModelMazda MX-5 1.6
Year2003
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving8.1 litres/100 km (29.04 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power105.00 PS (77 kW or 104 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque134.00 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 98.8 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke78.0 x 83.6 mm (3.1 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0946 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4770 litres (1,260 gallons)
Cargo space144 litres (38 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (362.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1116 kg (2,460.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1254 kg (2,764.6 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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