Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
The most sold roadster in the world, Mazda MX5/Miata, received a facelift for its third generation in 2008. It was the last stint before it was changed in 2015.
Named MX5 in most of the world and Miata on the North American market, the little roadster from Mazda gained popularity due to its light construction, low running cost, and reliability. It was a true daily driver, but with a sporty look and an open top.
The third generation had the NC code name. It was introduced in 2005 and it was the first Miata that featured a retractable hardtop, designed by Webasto in Germany. The front fascia was slightly improved over the non-facelifted version, featuring a new bumper and lower apron. The grille was modified with the five-point grille design, between the redesigned headlights. New triangular fog-lights were installed.
Inside, the NC featured the same interior, which was considerably bigger than on the second generation, the NB. The retractable hard-top, which was introduced in 2006, was kept. It added only 37 kg (81.5 lbs) to the total weight of the car and it was stored behind the seats. The transverse piano black trim from the dashboard was changed to silver.
The car was fitted with a new development of the MZR 2.0-liter engine, which now produced 160 hp. It was mated to a new, 6-speed, manual gearbox, and a 6-speed automatic was on the options list. The 2.0-liter version was fitted with a standard limited-slip differential.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 5MT RWD (125 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1798 cm3 |
Power: | 93 KW @ 6500 RPM 126 HP @ 6500 RPM 125 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 123 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 167 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.3 in (3995 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 49 in (1245 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.9 in (1,491/1,496 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 91.7 in (2329 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.3 cuFT (150 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2546 lbs (1155 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2987 lbs (1355 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 174 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT RWD (160 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1999 cm3 |
Power: | 119 KW @ 6700 RPM 162 HP @ 6700 RPM 160 BHP @ 6700 RPM |
Torque: | 139 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 188 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 132 mph (212 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.3 in (3995 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 49 in (1245 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.9 in (1,491/1,496 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 91.7 in (2329 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.3 cuFT (150 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2480 lbs (1125 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2987 lbs (1355 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 183 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 6AT RWD (160 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1999 cm3 |
Power: | 119 KW @ 6700 RPM 162 HP @ 6700 RPM 160 BHP @ 6700 RPM |
Torque: | 139 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 188 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.3 in (3995 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 49 in (1245 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.9 in (1,491/1,496 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 91.7 in (2329 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.3 cuFT (150 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2511 lbs (1139 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2987 lbs (1355 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 6MT RWD (160 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1999 cm3 |
Power: | 119 KW @ 6700 RPM 162 HP @ 6700 RPM 160 BHP @ 6700 RPM |
Torque: | 139 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 188 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 132 mph (212 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.3 in (3995 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 49 in (1245 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.9 in (1,491/1,496 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 91.7 in (2329 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.3 cuFT (150 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2511 lbs (1139 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2987 lbs (1355 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |