Mazda MX-5 2008 Roadster Coupe 1.8

Mazda MX-5 2008 1.8 petrol description

Cabrio Mazda MX-5 2008 Roadster Coupe 1.8 has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 126 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 167 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
The engine often has unstable idling speeds and problems with the thermostat. This Mazda MX-5 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Mazda MX-5 2008 Roadster Coupe 1.8 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda MX-5 2008 Roadster Coupe 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mazda MX-5 2008 Roadster Coupe 1.8 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7 litres per 100km (14.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 2008 - 2013 version, fuel consumption in city - 9.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda MX-5 fuel consumption.

Mazda MX-5 2008

Mazda MX-5 2008 Roadster Coupe 1.8 technical data

Model: Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe 1.8
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2009. January ... 2013. January 
Engine: 1798 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 167 g/km
Power: 126 HP ON 6500 RPM Torque: 167 NM ON 4500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 198 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.0 (combined) 9.5 (urban) 5.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8 l/100km (29.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres (13.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.72m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.26m (height)
Turning diameter: 10 meters
Seats: 2 seats
Trunk capacity: 150 litres
Gross weight: 1375 kg

Mazda MX-5 2008 Roadster Coupe 1.8 engine L8-DE

Engine reliability and common problems:

The engine often has unstable idling speeds and problems with the thermostat.
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1798 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 83.1 mm
Compression ratio 10.8 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mazda MX-5 2008 Roadster Coupe 1.8 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 120 - 125 HP ON 6500 RPM
Torque 160 - 170 NM ON 4500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 16 years

All Mazda MX-5 cabrio [2008 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mazda MX-5 2009 Roadster Coupe 1.8 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient version

1.8 Petrol 126 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda MX-5 2009 Roadster Coupe 2.0 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds

2.0 Petrol 160 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Mazda MX-5 2008 2.0 Jan 2008 — Dec 2012

Most powerfull version (161 HP)

2.0 Petrol 161 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (6)
Mazda MX-5 2008 reviews
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