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Mazda MX-5 1.8 Automatic

General information

ModelMazda MX-5 1.8 Automatic
Year1999
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.3 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
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1840 ccm (112.28 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power138.90 PS (102 kW or 137 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque163.00 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 120.2 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1349 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4350 litres (1,149 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

Weight1030 kg (2,270.8 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)
Wheelbase2300 mm (90.6 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
Service interval20,000 km
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