2005-2015 MX-5 Miata OverviewMazda MX-5 Miata Overview (2005 - 2015)
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Tech Specs Summary
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- 121 - 135 mph
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- 7.9 - 9.9 seconds
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- 124 - 158 hp
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- 30.6 - 33.6 mpg
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- 2,436 - 2,628 lbs
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- 5.3 ft3
This generation of the Mazda MX-5 Miata (NC) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda between 2005 - 2015. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Convertible and came in 2 body styles, for example the MX-5 Miata 1.8 Power Hard Top and MX-5 Miata 1.8. There are two power levels available from a 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the MX-5 Miata is the Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0 which scores 3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 158 hp and a power/weight ratio of 15.65 lb/hp it has a top speed of 130 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.8 Power Hard Top is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 444 miles and can store 5.3 cubic feet of cargo.