Mazda MX-5 2005 Roadster Coupe 1.8
Mazda MX-5 2005 1.8 petrol description
Cabrio Mazda MX-5 2005 Roadster Coupe 1.8 has been produced from October, 2006 to January, 2009. 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 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 2005 Roadster Coupe 1.8 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda MX-5 2005 Roadster Coupe 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mazda MX-5 2005 Roadster Coupe 1.8 fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100km (13.7 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 2005 - 2009 version, fuel consumption in city - 9.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda MX-5 fuel consumption.

Mazda MX-5 2005 Roadster Coupe 1.8 technical data
Model: | Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2006. October ... 2009. January | ||
Engine: | 1800 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 174 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) |
Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 (combined) 9.9 (urban) 5.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.00m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.26m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Seats: | 2 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 150 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1355 kg |
Mazda MX-5 2005 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 2005 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 [2005 - 2009] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda MX-5 2006 Roadster Coupe 1.8
Oct 2006 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient version |
1.8 Petrol | 126 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda MX-5 2006 Roadster Coupe 2.0 S-VT Oct 2006 — Jan 2009 | 2.0 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda MX-5 2006 Roadster Coupe 2.0 S-VT
Oct 2006 — Jan 2009 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 160 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda MX-5 2005 2.0 i 16V
Jan 2005 — Dec 2008 Most powerfull version (167 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 167 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |