MX-5 specifications
| 2008 MX-5 Specifications | |||
| Engine | |||
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| Type | Inline 4-cylinder | ||
| Valve gear | DOHC - 16 valve with VVT (MZR) | ||
| Displacement | 1999 cc | ||
| Bore and Stroke | 87.5 X 83.1 | ||
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 : 1 | ||
| Horsepower SAE net* | 166 @ 6700 rpm (163 AT) | ||
| Torque, SAE net lb.-ft. | 140 @ 5000 rpm | ||
| Fuel System | Multi-port Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Premium (unleaded) | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Type | Front engine/rear-wheel drive | ||
| Transmission |
5-speed manual (GX)
6-speed manual (GS and GT) Optional: 6-speed electronically controlled automatic with overdrive and lock-up torque converter (GX & GT) and paddle shifters (GT) |
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| Gear ratios: | 5MT | 6MT | 6AT |
| 1st | 3.136 | 3.815 | 3.538 |
| 2nd | 1.888 | 2.260 | 2.060 |
| 3rd | 1.330 | 1.640 | 1.404 |
| 4th | 1.000 | 1.177 | 1.000 |
| 5th | 0.814 | 1.000 | 0.713 |
| 6th | --- | 0.832 | 0.582 |
| Reverse | 3.758 | 3.603 | 3.168 |
| Final Drive | 4.100 | 4.100 | 4.100 |
| Clutch type | Single dry plate (diaphragm spring) | ||
| Suspension | |||
| Frame | Unit body (Monocoque), Power Plant Frame (PPF) | ||
| Suspension |
Front: Fully independent double wishbone with coil springs
Rear: Multi-link with coil springs Front and rear stabilizer bars |
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| Chassis | |||
| Steering | Rack-and-Pinion type with engine rpm sensing variable power assist | ||
| Steering Ratio | 15.0:1 | ||
| Steering Wheel Turns | 2.7 (lock to lock) | ||
| Min. turning Circle | 9.4 m (curb to curb) | ||
| Brakes |
Power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes with diagonal hydraulic circuits
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) |
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| Wheels |
16" Alloy Wheels
17" Alloy Wheels (GS & GT Models) |
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| Tires |
205/50R16
205/45R17 (GS & GT Models) |
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| Curb Weight |
5MT - 1,113 kg (w/o A/C)
5MT - 1,128 kg (w/ A/C) 6MT - 1,123 kg (w/o A/C) 6MT - 1,138 kg (w/ A/C) 6AT - 1,137 kg (w/o A/C) 6AT - 1,152 kg (w/ A/C) |
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| Power Retractable Hardtop adds 36 kg to curb weight. | |||
| Electrical System | |||
| Battery | 12 Volt - 32 amp | ||
| Alternator | 12 Volt - 100 amp | ||
| Ignition System | Distributorless Ignition | ||
| Capacities | |||
| Seating | 2 | ||
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.6L | ||
| Coolant Capacity | 7.1L | ||
| Washer Fluid Tank | 3.5L | ||
| Fuel Tank | 48L | ||
| External Dimensions | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,330 mm | ||
| Track (Fr/Rr) | 1,490/1,495 mm | ||
| Length | 3,990 mm | ||
| Width | 1,720 mm | ||
| Height | 1,245 mm | ||
| Ground Clearance | 118 mm (laden) | ||
| Internal Dimensions | |||
| Headroom | 950 mm | ||
| Legroom | 1,096 mm | ||
| Shoulder Room | 1,352 mm | ||
| Hip Room | 1,286 mm | ||
| VDA Cargo Volume | 150 L | ||
| Fuel Economy Ratings (Transport Canada)** | |||
| 5MT | 6MT | 6AT | |
| City | 9.5L/100km | 9.8L/100km | 10.5L/100km |
| Highway | 7.3L/100km | 7.4L/100km | 7.2L/100km |
| Estimated Performance Data | |||
| 5MT | 6MT | 6AT | |
| Acceleration MT (0 - 100 km/h: sec) | 8 sec | 7.5 sec | N/A |
| Top Speed MT | 205km/h | 206km/h | 191km/h |
| Weight Distribution % (fr/rr) | 52 / 48 | ||
| *Horsepower calculated using SAE method, revised August 2004. | |||
| **Estimated fuel economy. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. | |||