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Mazda MX5 1.8

General information

ModelMazda MX5 1.8
Year2001
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57 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
Transmission4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1840 ccm (112.28 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power136.00 PS (100 kW or 134 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
Bore x stroke83.0 x 85.0 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Gearbox4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1277 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3790 litres (1,001 gallons)
Cargo space144 litres (38 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1065 kg (2,347.9 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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