Mazda MX-5 Superlight revealed in more detail

Words: AutoTrader NZ

After a sneak peek last month, images of the Mazda MZ-5 Superlight concept on the road have surfaced, and its a beauty.

Designed to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the MX-5, the concept features a racing-inspired exterior with no windscreen.

Other changes include a revised front end, integrated air scoops, and a Mazdaspeed dual exhaust system.

The MX-5 is powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine with 126hp – the concept version reportedly accelerating from 0-100kmh in 8.9 seconds.

Look for more information to be released when the concept officially debuts at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

Technical Specifications

Body Type : Roadster Monocoque
Seating capacity: 2
External Dimensions
Overall length: 4,020 mm
Overall width: 1,720 mm
Overall height (unloaded): 1,110 mm
Wheelbase: 2,330 mm
Track (front/rear): 1,540/1,545 mm
Ground clearance: 106 mm
Engine: MZR 1.8-litre petrol
Max. power: 126 PS (93 kW) at 6,500 rpm
Max. torque: 167 Nm at 4,500 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Front/rear suspension: Double wishbone/Multi-link
Damper (front/rear): Bilstein® monotube
Tyre size: 205/45 R17
Brake type (front/rear): Ventilated discs/Solid discs
Brake diameter (front/rear): 300/280 mm
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8,9 s
Fuel consumption (combined): 6,3 l/100km
CO2 emissions (combined): 150 g/km
Min. kerb weight (without driver): 995 kg

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