Mazda MX-5 IV (ND) 1.5 SkyActiv G (131 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)

IV (ND) Overview:

Mazda MX-5 (IV (ND)). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.9 l/100km). Weighing only 975 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.3 s). The top speed reaches 204 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 (160 hp) for versatile driving.
• Respectable acceleration of 7.5 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
• Balanced fuel consumption of 6.6 L/100 km for its class.
• Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
• Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
• Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.

Cons:

• Compact cargo space (127 L); may require careful packing.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (NC, facelift 2012): 2012 - 2015).

General:
Brand:	Mazda
Model:	MX-5
Generation:	IV (ND)
Modification (Engine):	1.5 SkyActiv G (131 Hp)
Start of production:	2015
End of production:	2018
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Roadster
Seats:	2
Doors:	2

Engine:
Power:	131 Hp @ 7000 rpm.
Power per litre:	87.6 Hp/l
Torque:	150 Nm @ 4800 rpm.
Engine displacement:	1496
Number of cylinders:	4
Engine configuration:	Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel injection system:	Direct injection
Engine aspiration:	Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:	4.3 l
Coolant:	5.6 l
Engine layout:	Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:	74.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:	85.8 mm mm
Compression ratio:	13:1

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:	7.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:	4.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:	6 l/100 km
Emission standard:	Euro 6
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:	8.3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:	8.3 sec
Maximum speed:	204 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:	7.4 kg/Hp, 134.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	6.5 kg/Nm, 153.8 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:	7.9 sec

Space:
Kerb Weight:	975
Max. weight:	1215
Max load:	240
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:	130 l
Fuel tank capacity:	45 l

Size:
Length:	3915 mm mm [105mm less]
Width:	1735 mm mm [15mm more]
Height:	1225 mm mm [20mm less]
Wheelbase:	2310 mm mm [20mm less]
Width including mirrors:	1918 mm
Front track:	1495 mm
Rear (Back) track:	1505 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):	125 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):	9.4 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	6
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	Electric Steering