Mazda MX-5-Armed with a design that combines a strong impression with the impression of a smooth, MX-5 was nicknamed "unisex vehicles". Most likely men and women will fall in love with her figure. Moreover, the MX-5 is also able to offer luxury for the driver and passengers, from the cockpit to the features available.
MX-5 is a car which is to be one of Mazda's global icon. On the world market, the roadster variants vary, among other things engined version 1.8 L, 2.0L Sport Tech, and 2.0L Powershift. Adapaun roof consists of a kind of soft top and hard top.
This time test model is the 2.0L engine hard top roof. Automatic transmission uses a six-speed powershift. This is the highest variant of the MX-5 is now for the automatic transmission.
Design Mazda MX-5
Mazda MX-5 roadster is pinned into a two-seater, rear-wheel drive with the engine in front. Known figure named Miata in the USA is the result of the development of Mazda in Hiroshima, Japan. Although initially, the design is a development roadster Mazda North America (MANA).
Seeing the stern, trunk hood has a separate connection from the back of the body. Therefore, openings are also becoming more airy so as to facilitate access to the goods. The brake light is still using incandescent lamps. Exhaust pipes bersematan pair of shades chrome muffler.
Further talking about the models 'its convertible', which is so iconic Mazda roadster is promoting methods of automatic operation. Looking to the overall dimensions, packed all 4,020 mm, width 1,720 mm, height 1,255 mm. Thus, the figure is 50 mm longer than the first generation and 75 mm from the 2nd. Width 45 mm more than the first generation and 40 mm compared to the second generation. Whilst the high increase of 20 mm from the first and 27 mm from the latter. By doing so, the latest generation roadster more versatile dimension so that its size is quite visible change significantly.
Interior Mazda MX-5
Choice of black taste is prevalent in vehicles 'sport'. Mazda rightly gives shades of black and dark gray on the seat, regulators vehicle features, audio system, and some of the instrument panel. Elegant impression increases their silver color cast on the front of the cabin, gearshift grip, steering wheel spokes and rods roll over in the back seat.
Shape of the instrument panel and dashboard relatively simple with a horizontal concept. We also measure the space where the car interior width of 13 650 mm and height 940 mm. And, the trunk has a length of 1,250 mm, width 550 mm and height 83 mm.
Turning on spaciousness sitting position, legroom minimum and maximum distance MX-5 odds 160 mm. Legroom maximum reach of 480 mm and a minimum of 320 mm. While the maximum headroom as high as 935 mm and 900 mm minimum.
MX-5 has an audio system and outstanding features. First to audio, this roadster armed with in-dash 6-disc CD changer, MP3 capability WMA (Windows Media Audio), radio, and 'auxiliary'. While as many as seven Bose speakers with AudioPilot and 2 Noise Compensation technology provides its own nuances while enjoying your favorite music.
Roadster also pay attention to in terms of safety and security with good. There is ABS, EBD and BA. Then, the rider who likes to drive aggressively can try to feature DSC (Dynamic System Control) and TSC (Traction Control System). Mazda also provides the product with two air sacs, each of which is in the front and side.
Performance Mazda MX-5
However, when it reached 100 kph, acceleration performance decreased. Rushing from 100 kph to 110 kph, reaching difference of 2 seconds.
If you want to do or cruising on the highway outside the city, cruise control feature is very useful when the car reaches a certain speed that is in tune with the style of speed on that road. This feature helps maintain the stability of the speed of the MX-5, thereby minimizing excessive fuel use due to gas pedal game.
Given this car countless cars that stimulate the driver to gallop, stop speed is equipped with antilock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and brake assist. When testing, braking 100-0 kph, the MX-5 could stop in 3.9 seconds with a distance of 49.2 meters. And to speed kph 80-0, can stop in 4.8 seconds with a distance of 30 meters.
Ride and handling Mazda MX-5
Mazda MX-5 is concocting a roadster that can be used daily, especially on urban roads. Acceleration is not easily perceived in the streets of the city, but the ability to control gives the driver more confidence to get out in traffic density. Has a wheelbase of 2,330 mm and a steering wheel that can spin 2.75 turns (lock to lock), the MX-5 was felt spry for maneuver. Driving in the city even becomes pleasure.
Steering wheel feels too light, although still with a 'hydraulic power assist steering' (not electronic). However, the choice of hydraulic power steering applications are more suited to the car sporty character, because it gives a greater opportunity for the driver to explore the ability to control the steering wheel, without interference from electronic devices.
Thanks to the engine's ability MZR 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, DOHC, VVT and treats transmission nimble, makes the sensation of driving the MX-5 feels incredible. 0-100 kph acceleration in 10.9 seconds capable ditoreh. Indeed, this result is still less than the BMW Z4 roadster is incised 7.3 seconds. However, notice the difference in engine capacity of 500 cc, it was the achievement of the MX-5 is a pretty good time nicks.
If compared with the Z4, it looks like the MX-5 does have a performance level under the German roadster. Power MX-5 behind 46 hp, while torque of 60 Nm at odds. The Japanese roadster cover weaknesses with better handling. Its weight is much lighter than the Z4, among others, which makes the MX-5 is able to swing with more agile and scalable. At this time of testing, we enjoyed maneuvering around each bend along the MX-5. At a speed of 80 kph, the car can still go around the bend notched being without experiencing oversteer.
For acceleration, the test results confirm strong car at low and medium speed (1st gear ratio 3.538) and in the medium speed (gear 2nd 2060, 3rd 1404, 4th 1.000 5th 0713). For example, 30-50 kph acceleration achieved easily within 1.9 seconds, then to 50-70 kph speed appear more powerful engine performance with the only recorded 2.2 seconds.
Per and the damper is blended with a more robust, to give stability qualified. In addition, ground clearance of 136 mm, combined tire size 205/45 lining the rims 17, managed to make the MX-5 feels very tread, despite the solid state of the road bergelombang.Suspensi also contribute greatly to produce a satisfactory grip wheel.
With sturdy suspension and steering are spry, of the driver's body needs sufficient support when cornering. Recaro seat was applied and the driver seemed to hug the body, making the body does not easily shift to the left or right during fast cornering.
We understand why the predecessor generation of this car was awarded as 'best handling car' by Autocar UK. The hallmark of great restraint is certainly bequeathed to this brand-new MX-5.
Meanwhile, when on a straight road, we admit that the MX-5 is not as tight as the BMW Z4. However, when asked to maneuver, we think European roadster was necessary to imitate what the Mazda car. Press the DSC (dynamic stability control), to enable or disable it. When disabled, then spontaneously control of the car will be wild on the rear axle. Test drive results we concluded, that this car can do drifting, the control remains qualified.
Unfortunately, Porsche actually not planning to enter the Cayman GTS as one of the models will be sold. Based on the information, the more precisely performing variants, namely Cayman GT4 which will fill the Cayman models for consumer choice country. In continental Europe, the variants offered by Porsche GTS has praised the completeness and offer a driving experience comparable with a price tag offered. Hopefully the same thing can be enjoyed also by consumers Posrche in the country.
