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Mazda MX-5 1.6

General information

ModelMazda MX-5 1.6
Year1999
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power111.50 PS (82 kW or 110 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque134.00 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 98.8 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.4:1
Bore x stroke78.0 x 83.6 mm (3.1 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed191.0 km/h (118.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1077 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Passenger space4160 litres (1,099 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

Weight1038 kg (2,288.4 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)
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