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MX-5 PRHT

2008 MX-5 PRHT

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2008 MX-5 PRHT Specifications
Engine
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)
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
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)
Wheels 16" Alloy Wheels
17" Alloy Wheels (GS & GT Models)
Tires 205/50R16
205/45R17 (GS & GT Models)
Curb Weight 5MT - 1,144 kg (without A/C)
5MT - 1,159 kg (with A/C)
6MT - 1,155 kg (without A/C)
6MT - 1,170 kg (with A/C)
6AT - 1,168 kg (without A/C)
6AT - 1,183 kg (with A/C)
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 1,255 mm
Ground Clearance 118 mm (laden)
Internal Dimensions
Headroom 940 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 9.7L/100km 10.5L/100km
Highway 7.3L/100km 7.2L/100km 7.2L/100km
Estimated Performance Data
5MT 6MT 6AT
Acceleration MT (0 - 100 km/h: sec) 7.5 sec 7.2 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.