2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata

The third generation 2006 MX-5 Miata is all-new, sharing not a single component with the car it replaces. Significant key updates include:

– Fresh, modern interior and exterior designs – Slightly larger exterior dimensions – new 2.0-liter MZR engine – advanced front mid-ship layout

The sophisticated new 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine s mounted front mid-ship, for ideal handling balance and nimbleness. It is 5.3-inches further back than the second-generation Miata’s. It uses an aluminum block and head for lighter weight and structural rigidity.

Standard equipment is a close-ratio five-speed manual transmission, and a new six-speed manual gearbox is available with close gear ratios.

The MX-5 Miata was conceived primarily for the US market, and throughout its 16-year history, America has always been the biggest market for what has become – easily – the world’s most popular two-seat convertible.

Story by Mazda, edited by Supercars.net

In Detail

submitted by	Richard Owen
price $	$ $24 500 USD
engine	Inline-4
position	Front
aspiration	Natural
valvetrain	DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl w/VVT
fuel feed	Multi-Port Electronic Fuel Injection
displacement	1999 cc / 122.0 in³
bore	87.38 mm / 3.44 in
stroke	83.06 mm / 3.27 in
compression	10.8:1
power	126.8 kw / 170 bhp @ 6700 rpm
specific output	85.04 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	151.52 bhp per tonne
torque	189.81 nm / 140 ft lbs @ 5000 rpm
redline	6700
driven wheels	RWD
wheel type	Grand Touring
front brakes	Ventilated Discs
f brake size	x 290 mm / x 11.4 in
rear brakes	Solid Discs
r brake size	x 279 mm / x 11.0 in
front wheels	F 43.2 x 17.8 cm / 17 x 7 in
rear wheels	R 43.2 x 17.8 cm / 17 x 7 in
steering	Rack-and-Pinion w/Power Assist
curb weight	1122 kg / 2474 lbs
front track	1491 mm / 58.7 in
rear track	1496 mm / 58.9 in
length	3995 mm / 157.3 in
width	1720 mm / 67.7 in
height	1245 mm / 49.0 in
transmission	6-Speed Manual (opt 5-Speed, or 6-Speed Sport Auto)
gear ratios	3.82:1, 2.26:1, 1.64:1, 1.18:1, 1.00:1, 0.83:1, :1
final drive	4.10:1
top speed	~209.2 kph / 130 mph
0 – 60 mph	~6.8 seconds
0 – 100 mph	~19.5 seconds
0 – 1/4 mile	~15.54seconds seconds