2023 Mazda MX-5
Sport RWD
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | 11-in. vented discs w/single-piston calipers |
| Rear brake type | 11-in. solid discs w/single-piston aluminum calipers |
| Parking brake type | Mechanical (lever type) |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 4.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | MAZDA CONNECT |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 4.9 in |
| Overall height | 48.6 in |
| Overall length | 154.1 in |
| Overall width | 68.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 90.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1998 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Electronically controlled fuel injection |
| Engine type (full description) | SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT |
| Valve configuration | Chain-driven dual overhead cams, 4 valves per cylinder with variable intake valve timing |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 181 hp |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.9 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.1 in |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 52.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and Pinion / Double pinion electric power assist (DP-EPAS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 15.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | P195/50 R16 high-performance summer |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 2.866 (MT) / 3.583 (AT) |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2403 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2341 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 2745 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 16 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 6 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety13 std · 0 opt
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Dual front airbags
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
- Rearview Camera
- Side-impact airbags
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) w/ Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) with Brake Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Traction Control
- Side-impact door beams
- Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
- Three point safety belts with pretensioners and force limiters
- Anti-theft engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment11 std · 0 opt
- AM/FM audio system with 6-speakers (including driver's side headrest speakers)
- Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay™ integration
- Auxiliary audio input jack
- Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio
- Color touchscreen display
- HD radio™
- MAZDA CONNECT™ infotainment system
- Multi-Function Commander Control
- Speed-sensing audio volume control system
- Steering wheel mounted audio & speed controls
- USB audio input (2)
Convenience8 std · 0 opt
- 12V power outlet
- Cruise control
- Fuel lid lock connected to door locks
- Mazda Advanced keyless entry (New Design)
- Power door locks
- Power windows with one-touch down feature
- Push button ignition
- Remote trunk lid release
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Air conditioning
Seating1 std · 0 opt
- Cloth-trimmed bucket seats
Interior19 std · 0 opt
- 3-Spoke leather steering wheel
- Coolant-temperature gauge
- Courtesy light on windshield header
- Door pull handle with silver cap
- Driver and passenger back panel covered storage box
- Dual cup holders (removable)
- Engine start switch with black ring
- Foot rest - driver
- Gauge rings - Bright
- Leather-trimmed parking brake
- Leather-trimmed shift knob
- Lockable center rear storage console
- Meter Ring - Bright
- Mirror, vanity / driver & passenger
- Padded door armrests
- Wind blocker - mesh aero board
- Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel
- Floor mats, carpeted
- Trip computer (distance to empty, avg. fuel econ., current fuel economy and avg. vehicle speed)
Exterior17 std · 0 opt
- LED headlamps
- 16 x 6 inch aluminum alloy wheels, metallic black
- 195/50R16 high-performance summer tires
- Aluminum front fenders, hood and trunk lid
- Antenna, rear fender mounted
- Body-color door handle and front & rear bumpers
- Daytime running lights - halogen
- Dual exhaust outlets - silver
- Dual power side mirrors - piano black
- HPR windshield
- Manual black cloth convertible top
- Seat back bar trim - black
- Tail lights - LED
- Tire puncture repair kit
- Windshield, solar-control/tinted (green)
- Wipers, intermittent w/adjustable timing
- Glass rear window with defogger
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- Aluminum Power Plant Frame (PPF)
- Induction Sound Enhancer
- Low-inertia dual-mass flywheel
- SKYACTIV®-MT 6-Speed manual transmission w/ short-throw shifter
- Skyactiv®-g 2.0L DOHC 16-VALVE I4 VVT
Chassis10 std · 0 opt
- Advanced Front Midship Layout
- Dampers (Shock absorbers), gas filled monotube (front and rear)
- Front & rear stabilizer bars
- Front double wishbone suspension with aluminum arms and monotube dampers
- Front ventilated disc brakes
- KPC
- Power-assist 4-wheel disc brakes
- Rear disc brakes with aluminum calipers
- Rear multi-link suspension with aluminum bearing support and monotube dampers
- Steering - Double-Pinion Electric Power Assist Steering (DP-EPAS)
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 MX-5. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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