| by Uncle Sha | 22nd Nov 2009 |
Mazda MX-5 Superlight 2009
MX-5 Superlight is a concept car commemorating the 20th anniversary of MX-5, designed at Mazda’s studio in Frankfurt, Germany. It is made of lightweight materials to improve performance, handling, fuel economy, and CO2 emissions. It also does not include windshield.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.
The vehicle included a MZR 1.8-litre petrol engine rated 126 PS (93 kW; 124 hp) at 6500 rpm and 167 N·m (123 lb·ft) at 4500 rpm, 5-speed manual transmission, Double wishbone front and Multi-link rear suspension, Bilstein monotube damper, 205/45R17 tires, 300 mm (11.8 in) ventilated front brake discs and 280 mm (11.0 in) solid rear brake discs.
Sadly, the “Superlight” weighs in at 2,200 lb (1,000 kg), making it 100 lb (45 kg). heavier than the original NA series Miata.
In the 2002 Euro NCAP Safety Ratings, the MX5 manufactured in 2002 received 4 out of 5 stars.
