Mazda MX-5 III (NC, facelift 2008) 1.8 (126 Hp)

Mazda MX-5:

The Mazda MX-5 is a lightweight two-seat sports car manufactured and marketed by Mazda. In Japan, it is marketed as the Mazda Roadster or, previously, as the Eunos Roadster. In the United States it is sold as the Mazda Miata , and it was formerly marketed under the same name in Canada. The name miata derives from Old High German for "reward".
Produced at Mazda's Hiroshima plant, the MX-5 debuted in 1989 at the Chicago Auto Show. It was created under the design credo Jinba ittai, meaning "unity of horse and rider". Noted for its small, light, balanced and minimalist design, the MX-5 has often been described as a successor to the 1950s and 1960s Italian and British roadsters, with the Lotus Elan serving as a design benchmark....(Read more on Wikipedia)

III (NC, facelift 2008) Overview:

Mazda MX-5 (III (NC, facelift 2008)). With 167 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1075 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.9 s). The top speed reaches 194 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Adequate and balanced power output (161 hp) for versatile driving.
• Respectable acceleration of 8.9 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
• Balanced fuel consumption of 8 L/100 km for its class.
• Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
• Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
• Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

• Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
• Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (NC): 2005 - 2008).

General:
Brand:	Mazda
Model:	MX-5
Generation:	III (NC, facelift 2008)
Modification (Engine):	1.8 (126 Hp)
Start of production:	2008
End of production:	2012
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Roadster
Seats:	2
Doors:	2

Engine:
Power:	126 Hp @ 6500 rpm.
Power per litre:	70.1 Hp/l
Torque:	167 Nm @ 4500 rpm.
Engine displacement:	1798
Engine configuration:	Inline
Fuel injection system:	Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:	Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:	4.3 l
Coolant:	7.7 l
Engine layout:	Front, Longitudinal

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:	9.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:	5.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:	7 l/100 km
Emission standard:	Euro 5
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:	9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:	9.9 sec
Maximum speed:	194 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:	8.5 kg/Hp, 117.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	6.4 kg/Nm, 155.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:	9.4 sec

Space:
Kerb Weight:	1075
Max. weight:	1375
Max load:	300

Size:
Length:	4020 mm mm [25mm more]
Width:	1720 mm mm [Same width.]
Wheelbase:	2330 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:	1490 mm
Rear (Back) track:	1495 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):	10 m [above average]

Powertrain:
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel	Rear wheel drive
Number of gears	5
Transmission type	Manual
Front brakes	Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakes	Disc [above average]
Assisting systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type	Steering rack and pinion
Power steering	Hydraulic Steering
Tires size	205/50 R16
Wheel rims size	16
Front suspension	Double wishbone
Rear suspension	Independent multi-link suspension