Mazda MX-5 2013 Roadster Coupe 1.8
Mazda MX-5 2013 1.8 petrol description
Cabrio Mazda MX-5 2013 Roadster Coupe 1.8 has been produced from January, 2013 to December, 2015. 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 2013 Roadster Coupe 1.8 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda MX-5 2013 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 2013 Roadster Coupe 1.8 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.1 litres per 100km (14.1 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 2013 - 2015 version, city fuel economy - 9.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.6 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 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda MX-5 fuel consumption.
Mazda MX-5 safety
During safety testing Mazda MX-5 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mazda MX-5 is evaluated with very good rate 84 from 100, children safety: good mark - 80 from 100, for pedestrian protection Mazda MX-5 got 93 points from 100.
Mazda MX-5 safety equipment has been rated as average - 64 percents from 100.

Mazda MX-5 2013 Roadster Coupe 1.8 technical data
Model: | Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2013. January ... 2015. December | ||
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): | 7.1 (combined) 9.8 (urban) 5.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.02m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.26m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 136 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 2 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 150 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1375 kg |
Mazda MX-5 2013 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 |
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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 2013 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 [2013 - 2015] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda MX-5 2013 Roadster Coupe 1.8
Most fuel efficient version |
1.8 Petrol | 126 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda MX-5 2013 Roadster Coupe 2.0
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda MX-5 2013 Roadster Coupe 2.0
Most powerfull version (160 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 160 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |