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Mazda Mx-5 Convertible 2.0 Sport Recaro 2dr

Doors	2
Fuel Delivery	MULTI POINT FUEL INJECTION
Transmission	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1998
Trim	Sport Recaro
Price	£24,115
Engine Power - BHP	160
Acceleration	7.3
Top Speed	133 mph
Length	3915 mm
Width	1735 mm
Height	1230 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	130 l

Driver Convenience

7" touchscreen with multimedia commander
Cruise control + speed limiter
Engine start/stop button
Integrated bluetooth with steering wheel mounted controls
Lane departure warning system
PAS
Rear parking sensor
Remote boot release
Satellite navigation system
Trip computer

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

Limited slip differential
Sports suspension

Entertainment

9 speakers
Auxiliary input socket
Bose Premium Audio system
DAB Digital radio
MP3 compatible radio/single CD player
USB/iPod connection

Exterior Features

Adaptive front lighting system
Auto dimming rear view mirror
Automatic headlamp levelling
Body colour bumpers
Brilliant black rear spoiler
Brilliant black sport aero kit
Coming/leaving home lighting function
Dual exhaust pipes
Dusk sensitive headlamps
Electric front windows/one touch facility
Electrically heated door mirrors
LED daytime running lights
Piano black door mirrors
Rain sensing front wipers

Interior Features

12V socket
Alloy pedals
Black floor mats
Body coloured inner door trims
Climate control air conditioning
Front head restraints
Heated front seats
Height adjustable front seats
ISOFIX front passenger seat child seat compliance
Leather gear knob
Leather handbrake lever
Leather steering wheel
Lockable rear storage box
Recaro alcantara/leather upholstery
Recaro embossed hear rests
Sports seats
Sports styling kit
Windblocker

Passive Safety

3 point ELR front seatbelts with pretensioners
ABS+Electronic Brake force Distribution
DSTC-Dynamic Stability and Traction Control
Dual front airbags
Fasten seatbelt reminder
Hill hold assist
Passenger airbag deactivation system
Side airbags
Tyre pressure monitor

Security

Alarm with interior movement sensor
Immobiliser
Remote central door locking
Smart keyless entry
Superlocking

Trim

Alcantara dashboard inserts

Wheels

17" Diamond cut alloy wheels
Tyre puncture repair kit

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions

EURO 6

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1998
Compression Ratio	13.0:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	83.5
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	91.2
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	6 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	MANUAL

General

Generation Mark	4
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	29E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	12
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	84
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	80
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	4
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	93
NCAP Safety Assist %	64
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	12500
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	7.3
Engine Power - BHP	160
Engine Power - RPM	6000
Engine Torque - NM	200
Engine Torque - RPM	4600
Top Speed	133 mph

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	205/45 R17
Tyre Size Rear	205/45 R17
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	BRIGHT
Wheel Type	17" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1230 mm
Length	3915 mm
Wheelbase	2310 mm
Width	1735 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	45
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	130 l
Max. Loading Weight	213 kg
No. of Seats	2
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	10.4 m

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