2012 Mazda MX-5 GS
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version

2012 Mazda MX-5  GS

VS

2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version Difference
Name GS Special Version
Price $ 35,940 $ 37,490
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve 2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Power 167 hp @ 7000 rpm 166 hp @ 6700 rpm
Number of Seats 2 Seats 2 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission 6-speed manual transmission
Cargo Space 150.0 L 150.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 150.0 L 150.0 L 0 (0%)
Wheel Type 17'' alloy wheels Unique 17'' alloy wheels
Series MX-5 III Roadster (facelift 2012) MX-5 Roadster
Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive
Horsepower 167 HP 166 HP 1 (1%)
Torque 182 N.m 181 N.m 1 (1%)
Top Speed 202 km/h 202 km/h 0 (0%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.4 s 7.4 s 0 (0%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 10.1 L/100km 10.5 L/100km 0.4 (4%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 7.2 L/100km 7.2 L/100km 0 (0%)
Gear Type manual manual
Weight 1,145 KG 1,155 KG
Brand Mazda Mazda
Model MX-5 MX-5
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.4 s 15.5 s 0.1 (1%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 149.6 km/h 148.8 km/h 0.79999999999998 (1%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.5 s 25.6 s 0.1 (0%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 168.3 km/h 167.5 km/h 0.80000000000001 (0%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

MX-5 III Roadster (facelift 2012) vs MX-5 Roadster Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
AM/FM stereo radioYesYes
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAir conditioning
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorFront-seat vanity mirrorFront-seat vanity mirror
Front WipersIntermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent windshield wipers
Fuel Door OperationRemote fuel door releaseRemote fuel door release
Number of Speakers6 speakers (including 2 tweeters)7 speakers
Power Door LocksPower door lockPower door lock
Power Outlet12-volt power outlet12-volt power outlet
Power WindowsPower windows with one-touch up/down featurePower windows with auto up/down feature
Remote Audio ControlsAudio control on steering wheelAudio controls on steering wheel
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Special FeatureAuxiliary audio input jackNoise compensation technology
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt steering wheelTilting steering wheel
Trunk LightYesCargo compartment light
Trunk/Hatch OperationRemote trunk release from insideRemote trunk release from inside

Dimensions

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
Cargo Capacity150 L150 L
Curb Weight1145 kg1155 kg
Front Headroom940 mm950 mm
Front Legroom1096 mm1096 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity48 L48 L
Height1255 mm1245 mm
Length4032 mm3990 mm
Wheelbase2331 mm2330 mm
Width1720 mm1720 mm

Exterior Details

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
Door HandlesChrome finish door handlesChrome finish door handles
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
Front Fog LightsYesFog lights with chrome surround
GrilleChrome grilleChrome grille surround
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsXenon headlights
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower outside mirrors

Interior Details

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
Front Seats Front Seat Back StorageFront seatback map pocketDriver's seat back storage
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seatsBucket seats
Luxury Dashboard TrimSilver finish interior trimSilver-finish interior trim
Number of Cup HoldersDual front cup holders2 cupholders
Seat TrimCloth seatsLeather Seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wraped shift knobLeather-wrapped shift knob
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
Drive TrainRear-wheel driveRear-wheel drive
Engine Name2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission

Overview

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption10.1 (Automatic City)7.2 (Automatic Highway)9.7 (Manual City)7.1 (Manual Highway)10.5 (Automatic City)7.2 (Automatic Highway)9.7 (Manual City)7.2 (Manual Highway)
Power167 hp @ 7000 rpm166 hp @ 6700 rpm
Seats22
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 36/Months Emissions128000/km, 96/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 36/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 36/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 36/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/Months

Safety

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABSAntilock brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm systemAlarm system
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorISOFIX child seat anchorsISOFIX child seat anchors
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Front Seat BeltsRegularHeight adjustable, pre-tensioner
Ignition DisableTheft deterrent ignition disable systemEngine immobilizer
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagSide front airbagsSide airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version
Front Anti-Roll BarFront stabilizer barFront stabilizer bar
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires205/45R17P205/45R17
Power SteeringVariable assist power rack and pinion steeringPower rack-and-pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarRear stabilizer barRear stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type17'' alloy wheelsUnique 17'' alloy wheels

2012 Mazda MX-5 GS

The 2012 Mazda MX-5 GS is a Rear-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 2 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 167 hp @ 7000 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2012 Mazda MX-5 GS has cargo capacity of 150 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1145 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 Mazda MX-5 GS has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a It has 17'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 182 N.m of torque and a top speed of 202 km/h. The 2012 Mazda MX-5 GS accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.4 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.4 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.1 L/100km in the city and 7.2 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 35,940

2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version

The 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version is a Rear-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 2 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 166 hp @ 6700 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version has cargo capacity of 150 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1155 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a It has Unique 17'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 181 N.m of torque and a top speed of 202 km/h. The 2008 Mazda MX-5 Prht Special Version accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.4 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.5 L/100km in the city and 7.2 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 37,490


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