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Mazda MX-5 Miata

General information

ModelMazda MX-5 Miata
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.9 litres/100 km (26.43 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving8.7 litres/100 km (27.01 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power168.00 PS (124 kW or 166 HP) at 6700 Rev. per min.
Max torque189.84 Nm (19.4 kgf-m or 140.0 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.8:1
Bore x stroke87.5 x 83.1 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1411 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Passenger space4160 litres (1,099 gallons)
Optional cargo space419 litres (111 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution

Dimensions and weight

Weight1191 kg (2,625.7 pounds)
Towing weight800 kg (1,763.7 pounds)
Overall length4000 mm (157.5 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity48.0 litres (12.68 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
Service interval20,000 km
CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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