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Mazda MX-5 1.6

General information

ModelMazda MX-5 1.6
Year2004
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 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
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power110.00 PS (81 kW or 108 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque135 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
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

Top speed191.0 km/h (118.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0991 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

Weight1110 kg (2,447.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1250 kg (2,755.8 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
Service interval20,000 km
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