Mazda MX-5 1998 1.8i 16V
Mazda MX-5 1998 1.8 petrol description
Cabrio Mazda MX-5 1998 1.8i 16V has been produced from 2000 to 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 146 horsepower at 7000 rpm and torque 168 Nm (Newton metres) on 5000 revolutions per minute.
Mazda MX-5 1998 1.8i 16V has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda MX-5 1998 1.8i 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 208 km/h.
Mazda MX-5 1998 1.8i 16V fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.2 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 1998 - 2005 versions, fuel consumption in city - 11.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 680 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mazda is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mazda MX-5 fuel consumption.

Mazda MX-5 1998 1.8i 16V technical data
| Model: | Mazda MX-5 1.8i 16V |
|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio |
| Production period: | 2000. January ... 2005. December |
| Engine: | 1840 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders |
| CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 146 HP ON 7000 RPM |
| Torque: | 168 NM ON 5000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) |
| Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 208 km/h |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 (combined) 11.9 (urban) 7.2 (highway) |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.9 l/100km (26.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) |
| Car dimensions: | 3.98m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.22m (height) |
| Turning diameter: | 9.7 meters |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) |
| Seats: | 2 seats |
| Trunk capacity: | 145 litres |
| Trunk max capacity: | 145 litres (with rear seats folded down, if possible) |
| Gross weight: | 1280 kg Net weight: 1065 kg Load capacity: 215 kg |
All Mazda MX-5 cabrio [1998 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mazda MX-5 1998 1.6 i 16V 110 Hp
Most fuel efficient version |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mazda MX-5 1998 1.6 i 16V 125 Hp
Most fuel efficient version |
1.6 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
|
Mazda MX-5 1998 1.8 i 16V
Jan 1998 — Dec 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Mazda MX-5 2000 1.8i 16V Jan 2000 — Dec 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 146 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
|
Mazda MX-5 2000 1.8i 16V Automatic
Jan 2000 — Dec 2005 Only version with automatic transmission |
1.8 Petrol | 146 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
|
Mazda MX-5 2004 1.8 Turbo
Jan 2004 — Dec 2005 Most powerfull version (172 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 172 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
