Mazda MX-5 Roadster offers at its best. His original concept was so successful that Mazda has never changed: cheap to buy and use, lightweight, Jinba Ittai "onewith-car-handling, and the classic roadster looks. The third generation was launched in 2005 was developed with a "gram strategy" string, which helped keep the weight at the same level, while providing a more rigid body and equipment. This year, Mazda the introduction of a lifting of the current third generation Mazda MX-5 with improvements that will attract even more people tothe unique pure roadster.
2009 marks the 20th anniversary of Mazda MX-5, which appears in the Guinness Book of Records as the best selling sport twoseat car more (currently at 850 000 units). In fact, Mazda MX-5 855 000 have occurred since its launch in 1989 and 254,000 units were sold in Europe (until November 2008). The Mazda MX-5 has won a total of 178 Grands Prix in two decades. The third generation is no exception and was conducted in 58 awards - including cars from Japan in 2005-2006 and Roadster Top Gear magazine in 2005.
In 2006, Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe with CERT, while the unique style roadster. The hard top weighs only 37 kg, including its folding mechanism and does not take extra luggage space, providing the same ideal distribution of weight and volume 50:50 start same (150 liters) as the hood . Now there were two agile convertible sports cars to choose from.
2009 marks the 20th anniversary of Mazda MX-5, which appears in the Guinness Book of Records as the best selling sport twoseat car more (currently at 850 000 units). In fact, Mazda MX-5 855 000 have occurred since its launch in 1989 and 254,000 units were sold in Europe (until November 2008). The Mazda MX-5 has won a total of 178 Grands Prix in two decades. The third generation is no exception and was conducted in 58 awards - including cars from Japan in 2005-2006 and Roadster Top Gear magazine in 2005.
In 2006, Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe with CERT, while the unique style roadster. The hard top weighs only 37 kg, including its folding mechanism and does not take extra luggage space, providing the same ideal distribution of weight and volume 50:50 start same (150 liters) as the hood . Now there were two agile convertible sports cars to choose from.
To emphasize the nature of the update, faceless Roadster Coupe is already a particular aspect of the details, and a quieter interior than the original roadster coupe with the top.
Exterior design
Mazda MX-5 facelift expresses next generation of Mazda design DNA while maintaining the friendly call Roadster is known for. A single dashboard bumper was introduced, which are more aggressive and aerodynamic. It adopts the radiator grille typical of Mazda's five-point which is now flanked by redesigned headlights that looks inward toward the points at the top of the grid. The objective of the internal flashing lights on the outer corners of each projector is now white for a look of quality. New fog lamp triangular edges of the lower edges of the bumper is built deep in the surface of the fascia with a thick crop of a strong and sporty look.
The silhouette of the face lift is characterized by new side sills and trim, which are carved and stand out more than before. These lines are strong-willed that enhance the rear wheel sports Crouch improved. The rear end is instantly recognizable as the Mazda MX-5, but with subtle design changes to give a strong appearance. The facelift rear bumper is more integrated in the body. He leans in and up to be flush with the bottom of the rear lights, which emphasizes defense thick. The bottom of the rear fenders are more sculpted and downward, as they are on the front and new rear lights a spark is introduced with "U" when illuminated by the headlights of vehicles after a greater sense of quality.
Front-end design not only is dynamic and strong, it supports stability in the face lift at high speeds is extremely aerodynamic. The new body features to achieve this objective are:
a larger area under the fog lights with shapes optimized
a larger lower grille lip
larger front tire deflectors
new side sills, which make the sides more generally, to lower the wind hits the rear wheels
mirrors optimized for low wind resistance
new tail lights that extend outward less turbulence at the rear
September body colors are available with the Mazda MX-5 facelift, including two new colors - Aluminum Metallic and Metropolitan Gray Mica. Aluminum colored paper contains aluminum particles that scatter light and cause various types of reflections and shadows, depending on lighting conditions. Postponed True Red, Copper Red Mica Stormy Blue Mica, glossy black and white marble.
Interior Design
The spirit of the roadster can be found outside the cabin. Cosmetic surgery itself inherited forms of the original third-generation model, and updates of these new materials, details and color schemes for a greater sense of quality.
The transverse panel decorative instrument panel was changed from black to silver piano black. Gauge graphics are now located further apart for better readability, a larger red area presented to the 2, 0 liter with manual transmission to reflect the increase REV-limit (see Chapter 3 below), and odometer / trip meter bottom center of the cluster is now an LCD backlit red. In the center console, even the three buttons on climate control, new-look silver rings, and more money is added to help hold the doors that match the ring master of the cluster for a fresh look and coordinated. Mazda last factory-installed audio system, also used in the Mazda6 has a new look and a little cleaner so good.
A pad is added to cover the storage box in the center console. A new color scheme, with seats and door panels of one color and everything else based on black, gives it a sportier look.
Feel better performance
Mazda MX-5 facelift will be charged a third-generation line-up of a lively MZR petrol engines and manual transmission monitor migration. Make improvements to enhance the experience of the roadster even further: the engineers changed the MZR 2.0 liter petrol to give a stronger feeling of performance, must be all the engines consume less fuel and produce less CO2 and added a new six-speed transmission Automatic for the first time in Europe.
MZR 2.0-liter gasoline: Increase the limit of Review and Update Engine
A forged crankshaft is also introduced to ensure rigidity at high speed. New fully floating pistons and pin-head with more reliability, revised valve springs that suppress the valve "bounce" that may occur at high speed, and higher material durability for connecting rod bearings. Together with the upper limit of income, changes liter 2.0-liter engine gives a performance even better feel than before.
Revised gearbox six-speed manual
This is especially true when the engine is combined with six-speed manual transmission revised. Its optimized synchronization allows to shift gears even faster and more flexible than before. The manual gearbox is sixspeed 3 - 4 Diameter synchronized speed is increased by 6 mm, all specifications cone synchronizer revised and coal is used in some of the meshing surfaces of the first to fourth gears Synchronizer cones. Performance with the manual six-speed is a little better, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 7.6 seconds (soft top) and a top speed of 218 km / h (Roadster Coupe).
All versions Mazda MX-5 facelift offer a sporty engine note. Mazda engineers redesigned its generating elements in the facelift model - like the expansion tank, the inlet and exhaust - to deliver an even sportier engine sound and more distinct, which varies considerably depending on the situation Driving and pedal inputs.
For gasoline MZR 2.0-liter six-speed manual transmission, a new conception of their induction Enhancer (ISE) is added to a sense of even sportier driving. This component provides a stronger response and more varied tone of the pulse by amplifying the sound created when the throttle valve opens and air is drawn. This sound is transmitted to the control panel in the air, but also the dashboard fascia, the top and outside of the windshield with a special cable. Sound transmission to the exterior panel creates an even more intense when the roof is open.
Despite the increased feeling of high performance broadcast quality, and the same power and torque before, the Mazda MX-5 facelift, the MZR 2.0-liter with manual transmission consumes less fuel and produces less CO2 emissions than before. When combined with five-speed transmission, uses 7.4 liters of fuel (4 per cent less than before) and let the 177 g / km of CO2. MZR 2.0-liter six-speed transmission consumes 7.6 liters of fuel per 100 km (7 per cent less than before), and produces 181 g / km of CO2.
Six-speed automatic
MZR 2.0-liter engine is now available with a six-speed automatic for the first time in Europe. It includes a direct Activematic (DAM) feature, which allows manual gear shifts without changing the steering wheel, using the commands for the manual-shift mode in advance.
This gives a feeling of sporty driving and is particularly useful in a downhill, cornering, or when a vehicle passes. When the control system determines that the transmission ratio below are no longer needed, it returns to normal operation. The Activematic ® also includes an active adaptive shift (AAS), which monitors the function of the slope of the road and pedal inputs curviness, gas and brake, speed, vehicle acceleration and how the vehicle has driven to select the optimum changes. This provides a performance linear dynamics, in line with the intentions of the pilot and the results in sporty driving pleasure and comfort and convenience of automatic job. When combined with six-speed automatic transmission, the MZR 2.0-liter engine delivers 118 kW/160 hp at 6,700 rpm and 188 Nm at 5000 rpm and rev limit is 7000 rpm. This propulsion system uses 7.9 liters of fuel and produces 188 g / km of CO2.
The popular 1.8-liter gasoline-liter five-speed manual transmission is deferred. It produces 93 kW/126 PS of maximum power at 6500 rpm and maximum torque of 167 Nm at 4500 rpm. The final gear was changed from 4.100 to 3.909 for improved fuel economy. Per liter 1.8-liter uses 7.0 liters of fuel per 100 km (4 percent less than before), and produces 167 g / km of CO2.
Chassis Upgrades
The third generation was launched with a stiffer body and lighter than the second generation of Mazda MX-5 it replaces. The redesigned version continues this tradition: it has a high stiffness in bending and torsion, and is about the same weight lighter than the original model with an ideal 50/50 weight distribution. It also keeps the front fork of double and multi-link rear suspension with motor frontmidship the Mazda MX-5, the rear-drive design with a rigid structure in the central transmission tunnel. This forms a rigid connection between the transmission and rear differential to put the frame and chassis to eliminate stress during sporty driving. 2.0-liter versions with manual transmission are equipped with a limited slip differential (LSD), which provides optimum traction in all driving conditions.
As with the first generation Mazda MX-5 third, lifting a liter the 2.0-liter manual transmission or six-speed is equipped with a Bilstein sport suspension including front and rear shocks.
Security
Mazda MX-5 facelift is the same great package active and passive safety as the original third-generation model. The braking system with 290 mm ventilated discs front and solid rear brake discs 280 mm is an excellent response rate and deceleration performance. After a facelift, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and traction control (TCS) is now standard in most European markets. New as well as its composition is a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (depending on grade and market). Recently, the use of an external thermometer to keep the driver's knowledge, and help ensure safe driving in winter.
Passive safety includes a cabin high strength steel, roll-over ultra high-strength bars on the pillars of hugs, side protection and a cross faculty of speech. The front airbags with passenger airbag deactivation are standard, and in most markets spezial two chamber side airbags help protect the chest and head are standard. These airbags integrated into the file and are activated by a common generator gas inflator, which swell the two rooms as fast as some singlechamber systems.
Silence enhanced cabin
To quiet cabin improved in both body styles, modules engineers is adopted more stringent to reduce vibration on the side of the car, reduces the level of resonance of the wheel and spent an additional sound equipment. The Roadster Coupe adds comprehensive measures to eliminate road noise and support of high-end character. The front suspension cross member is filled with urethane to reduce transmission of road noise in the cabin, and reinforcements were added to the No. 2 member of the Cross. Vibration-induced noise is also suppressed by the addition of damping material in the anterior part of the roof. Taken together, these measures to isolate the passenger Roadster Coupe better low frequency road noise and annoying high-pitched sounds. As a result, the noise in the cabin of the Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe facelift to 60 km / h on a rough road 2.7 dB quieter than the original model.
Cab Mazda MX-5 facelift offers convenience. The cup holder door, for example, does not project over the cockpit, which offers more space for residents in the legs. The armrests and center console cover are the new pads for comfort. Roadster Convertible with retractable hard surface is also one of the easiest to use. It opens and closes in just 12 seconds - one of the fastest segment - and do not take anything away from the trunk open. Soft opens and closes manually, a few seconds. Start the responsibility of the original model for the size of 150 liters can be opened easily by pressing a switch on the dashboard or the remote control button.
Convenience and equipment
The new Mazda MX-5 facelift has improved the storage of small items, and new features and equipment that makes the car easy to use. The storage drawer at the front shifter is now large enough to hold a cell phone or MP3 player, and a rubber mat keeps items stored in place. The console has two cup holders now have a new removable partition that allows to use either two cupholders and a large storage space, and rubber mats for added support and prevent rattling noise. New door pockets are introduced as well. Three convenient storage boxes behind the seats (a box on the Roadster Coupe) is transferred from the original model.
In addition, new optional features (depending on market and grade), and Recaro sport seats and a Bluetooth ® telephone system with voice recognition for hands-free phone ring, which automatically mutes the sound during phone calls.
Bose ® premium audio system
Bose ® and Mazda have worked together to develop a sophisticated premium audio system exclusively for the Mazda MX-5 facelift. It uses seven speakers, digital sound processing, equalizer and six channels, two more than the previous system. Nearly every speaker has been resolved single-channel equalizer, which allows a very precise adjustment of the sound.
2 AudioPilot ® noise compensation automatically adjusts the sound to the driving conditions. While the previous AudioPilot ® offset the noise inside, AudioPilot ® 2 works more accurately by adjusting both the interior noise and vehicle speed.
