| Mazda MX-5 (NB) | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mazda |
| Model code | NB |
| Also called | Mazda Roadster (Japan) Mazda MX-5 Miata (U.S.) |
| Production | January 1998 – 2005 |
| Assembly | Japan: Hiroshima (Hiroshima Plant) |
| Designer | Tom Matano (1995)[1][2] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Roadster, sports car (S) |
| Body style | 2-door convertible 2-door coupé[3] |
| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.6 L (98 cu in) B6-ZE I4 (Europe/Japan) 1.8 L (110 cu in) BP-5A I4 (Japan) 1.8 L (110 cu in) BP-4W I4 1.8 L (110 cu in) BP-Z3 I4 1.8 L (110 cu in) turbocharged BPT I4 (Mazdaspeed) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 4-speed Aisin 03-72LE automatic 6-speed Aisin AZ6 manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,270 mm (89.4 in) |
| Length | 3,940–3,950 mm (155.1–155.5 in) |
| Width | 1,680 mm (66.1 in) |
| Height | 1,220–1,230 mm (48.0–48.4 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,065 kg (2,348 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mazda MX-5 (NA) |
| Successor | Mazda MX-5 (NC) |
The Mazda MX-5 (NB) is the second generation of the Mazda MX-5 manufactured from 1998 until 2005. The model continued the MX-5's philosophy of being a lightweight, front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive roadster while featuring numerous performance improvements, however lacking its predecessor's retractable headlamps. The NB is also the only generation to feature a factory-built turbocharged variant in the form of the Mazdaspeed MX-5.
- ^ "An interview with Tsutomu Tom Matano". 1998-06-16. Retrieved 2014-12-27.
- ^ "Tom Matano on LinkedIn". Retrieved 2014-12-27.
- ^ "Mazda Roadster Coupe (NB8C series)". Retrieved 2014-12-27.