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Compare 2008 Mazda MX-5 specifications by trim levels

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MX-5 is a 2-seat Roadster from Mazda, which first hit the market back in 2006.

With the price tag ranging from $20,635 to $27,110, the Mazda MX-5 faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like MINI Cooper, Nissan 370Z.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Mazda MX-5 has a maximum towing capacity of 900 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Mazda MX-5 boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 27 to 28 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 67.70mm x 157.30mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2008 Mazda MX-5

  • Fuel Tank: 12.7 gal

  • Wheelbase: 91.7 in

  • MPG: 22 city/27 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 6.9 sec

  • Towing capacity: 900 lbs

  • Curb: 2445 lbs

  • Tires: P205/50VR16.0 BSW performance

  • Cargo: 5.3 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 2

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 157.3 x 67.7 x 49



2008 Mazda MX-5 Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Mazda MX-5 is offered in 8 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Mazda MX-5 safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Mazda MX-5 specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Roadster

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 166 hp @ 6700

    • Torque 140 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.9 - 7.4 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15.2 - 15.4 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 157.3 in

    • Width 67.7 in

    • Height 49 in

    • Wheelbase 91.7 in

    • Curb Weight 2445 lbs

    • GVWR 3078 lbs

    • Towing capacity 900 lbs

    • Turning radius 15.4 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 2

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 12.7 gal

    • City 21 - 22 mpg

    • Combined 25 mpg

    • Highway 27 - 28 mpg

    • Highway range 342.9 - 355.6 mi



Specifications

SV 2dr Convertible

Sport 2dr Convertible

Touring 2dr Convertible

Grand Touring 2dr Convertible
Exterior length
157.30 in 157.30 in 157.30 in 157.30 in
Exterior body width
67.70 in 67.70 in 67.70 in 67.70 in
Exterior height
49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in
Horsepower
166 166 166 166
Torque
140 140 140 140
Fuel economy - city
22 mpg 22 mpg 21 mpg 21 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
27 mpg 27 mpg 28 mpg 28 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
6.90 seconds 6.90 seconds 7.30 seconds 7.30 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.20 seconds 15.20 seconds 15.20 seconds 15.20 seconds
1/4 mile speed
96 mph 96 mph 94 mph 94 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
62 mph 62 mph 62 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.44/3.27 " 3.44/3.27 " 3.44/3.27 " 3.44/3.27 "
Curb weight
2445.00 lbs 2478.00 lbs 2500.00 lbs 2500.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
3078.00 lbs 3078.00 lbs 3078.00 lbs 3078.00 lbs
Wheelbase
91.70 in 91.70 in 91.70 in 91.70 in
Front track
58.70 " 58.70 " 58.70 " 58.70 "
Rear track
58.90 " 58.90 " 58.90 " 58.90 "
Turning radius
15.40 15.40 15.40 15.40
Front legroom
43.10 in 43.10 in 43.10 in 43.10 in
Front headroom
37.40 in 37.40 in 37.40 in 37.40 in
Front hip room
50.60 in 50.60 in 50.60 in 50.60 in
Front shoulder room
53.20 in 53.20 in 53.20 in 53.20 in
Luggage volume
5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
12.70 gal. 12.70 gal. 12.70 gal. 12.70 gal.

Special Edition 2dr Convertible

Sport Power Retractable Hard Top

Touring Power Retractable Hard Top

Grand Touring Power Retractable Hard Top
Exterior length
157.30 in 157.30 in 157.30 in 157.30 in
Exterior body width
67.70 in 67.70 in 67.70 in 67.70 in
Exterior height
49.00 in 49.40 in 49.40 in 49.40 in
Horsepower
166 166 166 166
Torque
140 140 140 140
Fuel economy - city
21 mpg 22 mpg 21 mpg 21 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
28 mpg 27 mpg 28 mpg 28 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.30 seconds 7.10 seconds 7.40 seconds 7.40 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.20 seconds 15.40 seconds 15.30 seconds 15.30 seconds
1/4 mile speed
94 mph 95 mph 93 mph 93 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
62 mph 62 mph 62 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.44/3.27 " 3.44/3.27 " 3.44/3.27 " 3.44/3.27 "
Curb weight
2500.00 lbs 2555.00 lbs 2575.00 lbs 2575.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
3078.00 lbs 3122.00 lbs 3122.00 lbs 3122.00 lbs
Wheelbase
91.70 in 91.70 in 91.70 in 91.70 in
Front track
58.70 " 58.70 " 58.70 " 58.70 "
Rear track
58.90 " 58.90 " 58.90 " 58.90 "
Turning radius
15.40 15.40 15.40 15.40
Front legroom
43.10 in 43.10 in 43.10 in 43.10 in
Front headroom
37.40 in 37.00 in 37.00 in 37.00 in
Front hip room
50.60 in 50.60 in 50.60 in 50.60 in
Front shoulder room
53.20 in 53.20 in 53.20 in 53.20 in
Luggage volume
5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft. 5.30 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
12.70 gal. 12.70 gal. 12.70 gal. 12.70 gal.

Interior Features

SV 2dr Convertible

Sport 2dr Convertible

Touring 2dr Convertible

Grand Touring 2dr Convertible
12V DC power outlet
1 1 1 1
Seatback storage pockets
1 1 1 1

Special Edition 2dr Convertible

Sport Power Retractable Hard Top

Touring Power Retractable Hard Top

Grand Touring Power Retractable Hard Top
Air conditioning, front
2825 2825 2825 2825
12V DC power outlet
1 1 1 1
Seatback storage pockets
1 1 1 1

Exterior Features

SV 2dr Convertible

Sport 2dr Convertible

Touring 2dr Convertible

Grand Touring 2dr Convertible
Door count
2 doors 2 doors 2 doors 2 doors
Front tires
P205/50VR16.0 BSW performance P205/50VR16.0 BSW performance P205/45WR17.0 BSW performance P205/45WR17.0 BSW performance
Wheels
16" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum

Special Edition 2dr Convertible

Sport Power Retractable Hard Top

Touring Power Retractable Hard Top

Grand Touring Power Retractable Hard Top
Antenna
3393 3393 3393 3393
Door count
2 doors 2 doors 2 doors 2 doors
Spoiler
3480 – – –
Front tires
P205/45WR17.0 BSW performance P205/50VR16.0 BSW performance P205/45WR17.0 BSW performance P205/45WR17.0 BSW performance
Wheels
17" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum

Seats

SV 2dr Convertible

Sport 2dr Convertible

Touring 2dr Convertible

Grand Touring 2dr Convertible
Standard seating
2 2 2 2

Special Edition 2dr Convertible

Sport Power Retractable Hard Top

Touring Power Retractable Hard Top

Grand Touring Power Retractable Hard Top
Front seat type
2989 2989 2989 2989
Standard seating
2 2 2 2

Entertainment System

SV 2dr Convertible

Sport 2dr Convertible

Touring 2dr Convertible

Grand Touring 2dr Convertible
Speakers
4 4 6 7

Special Edition 2dr Convertible

Sport Power Retractable Hard Top

Touring Power Retractable Hard Top

Grand Touring Power Retractable Hard Top
Radio
3146 3146 3146 3146
Speakers
7 4 6 7

Safety and Security Features

SV 2dr Convertible

Sport 2dr Convertible

Touring 2dr Convertible

Grand Touring 2dr Convertible

Special Edition 2dr Convertible

Sport Power Retractable Hard Top

Touring Power Retractable Hard Top

Grand Touring Power Retractable Hard Top
Airbags, frontal
3215 3215 3215 3215

Mechanical Features

SV 2dr Convertible

Sport 2dr Convertible

Touring 2dr Convertible

Grand Touring 2dr Convertible
Axle ratio
4.10 4.10 4.10 4.10

Special Edition 2dr Convertible

Sport Power Retractable Hard Top

Touring Power Retractable Hard Top

Grand Touring Power Retractable Hard Top
Engine
4750 4750 4750 4750
Axle ratio
4.10 4.10 4.10 4.10

Other Specs

SV 2dr Convertible

Sport 2dr Convertible

Touring 2dr Convertible

Grand Touring 2dr Convertible
Maximum towing capacity
900 lbs. 900 lbs. 900 lbs. 900 lbs.

Special Edition 2dr Convertible

Sport Power Retractable Hard Top

Touring Power Retractable Hard Top

Grand Touring Power Retractable Hard Top
Horsepower rpm
6700 6700 6700 6700
Maximum towing capacity
900 lbs. 900 lbs. 900 lbs. 900 lbs.