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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 | 23 | 23 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| COLORS | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| electronic brakeforce distribution | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front fog/driving lights | true | true | true |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| Emergency interior trunk release | true | true | true |
| Passenger airbag deactivation switch | true | true | true |
| Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes | true | true | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | false | true |
| front cupholders | true | true | true |
| front seatback storage | true | true | true |
| remote trunk release | true | true | true |
| speed-proportional power steering | true | true | true |
| leather and wood steering wheel | true | false | false |
| wood trim on center console | true | false | false |
| wood trim on shift knob | true | false | false |
| Air conditioning | true | true | true |
| Passenger vanity mirror | true | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | false | true | true |
| Fuel & MPG | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 | 23 | 23 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 20/26 mpg | 20/26 mpg | 20/26 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.7 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 12.7 gal. |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 254.0/330.2 mi. | 254.0/330.2 mi. | 254.0/330.2 mi. |
| Engine | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Horsepower | 142 hp @ 7000 rpm | 142 hp @ 7000 rpm | 142 hp @ 7000 rpm |
| Torque | 125 ft-lbs. @ 5500 rpm | 125 ft-lbs. @ 5500 rpm | 125 ft-lbs. @ 5500 rpm |
| Valve timing | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Measurements | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 2387 lbs. | 2387 lbs. | 2387 lbs. |
| Ground clearance | 4 in. | 4 in. | 4 in. |
| Height | 48.4 in. | 48.4 in. | 48.4 in. |
| Length | 155.7 in. | 155.7 in. | 155.7 in. |
| wheelbase | 89.2 in. | 89.2 in. | 89.2 in. |
| Width | 66 in. | 66 in. | 66 in. |
| Turning circle | 30.2 ft. | 30.2 ft. | 30.2 ft. |
| Front Seats | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| leather | true | false | true |
| front headroom | 37.1 in. | 37.1 in. | 37.1 in. |
| front legroom | 42.8 in. | 42.8 in. | 42.8 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 49.7 in. | 49.7 in. | 49.7 in. |
| cloth | false | true | false |
| Drive Train | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive type | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Rear limited slip differential | true | false | false |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Power Features | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 one-touch power window | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | false | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true | true |
| Instrumentation | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 total speakers | true | true | true |
| Bose premium brand speakers | true | false | true |
| Bose premium brand stereo system | true | false | true |
| power antenna | true | true | true |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| Warranty | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| powertrain | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Roadside | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. | 3 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | Special Edition 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 6M) | 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | LS 2dr Roadster (1.8L 4cyl 5M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | true | true |
| temporary spare tire | true | true | true |
| 16-in. wheels | true | false | true |
| all-season tires | true | true | true |
| P205/45R W tires | true | false | true |
| Steel spare wheel | true | true | true |
| 15-in. wheels | false | true | false |
| P195/50R V tires | false | true | false |