Mazda Roadster

[humbo]

I don't think anyone has posted this here yet so this is for people that haven't seen this cool new Mazda Roadster that you get from special order. Found an article on this here on ign.

 

[ZEE]

The look that mazda are going for with the new MAZDA MX-5 is interesting, as it looks like it is a cross breed between the old model and the RX-8.

Source:IGN.

 

[lsk8er]

The ass end of it looks like an XK8, if theyd lose all that crap up front it would be a nice looking car.

 

[Glut]

I don't mind the red one, but I think you're right about the yellow car with all the plastic add-ons.
Hopefully someone will stick the OZ-spec turbo engine in it.

 

[humbo]

Personally I wouldn't mind sticking with the stock 160 hp engine, in the article it said there's going to be 350 of them for the US so don't know about Canada, I hope they do sell some in Canada if they do then I will seriously consider getting one of these babies.

 

[ShobThaBob]

It looks pretty good, but it will probably be underpowered unfortunately...

 

[MazKid]

First off, the Roadster Coupe is only availible in Japan, and I believe will never make it anywhere else.

There is a base model version that just is a stock Miata coupe, so it looks the same, and looks good. You can see it by clicking the link in my signature, that's where I post my Mazda news. There's the full artical, so you can see the specs aswell, directly from Mazda Media Japan.

 

[rollazn]

it look nice uses the RX8 plateforum.. also wait for a turbocharged verison

 

[MazKid]

No it doesn't. It uses the normal Roadster/MX-5/Miata platform. And there's no turbo version in the works, only a turbo MazdaSpeed Miata for the US, with the Australian MX-5 SP turbo kit.

When you know what you are talking about, then post. Don't post what you don't know.

 

[Glut]

There was a turbo version previewed at the tokyo motor show:
http://www.autoweek.com/specials/2003_tokyo/mazda/roadster/pages/1.htm

When you know what you are talking about, then post. Don't post what you don't know.

Shot yourself in the foot with that one.

 

[rollazn]

Originally posted by MazKid
No it doesn't. It uses the normal Roadster/MX-5/Miata platform. And there's no turbo version in the works, only a turbo MazdaSpeed Miata for the US, with the Australian MX-5 SP turbo kit.

When you know what you are talking about, then post. Don't post what you don't know.

There is a Turbo Miata in the works as Glut said. I was wrong yeah wrong car.

heres the Mazda Ibuki Concept its just like a miata it uses the RX8 plateforum.


Mazda Ibuki

What Is It?
Mazda Ibuki Concept

What's Special About It?
Looking something like a first-generation Miata and an Audi TT, the Ibuki took the center spot at the Mazda exhibit in Tokyo — and with good reason. Out of all the gas/electric hybrids trying to be sports cars on the show floor, the Ibuki has the most realistic shot at production. Why? Because it takes a simple formula — a lightweight roadster with a lively personality — and adds a self-regenerating electric motor and an automatic engine shut-off feature (to reduce fuel consumption at idle). The resulting roadster doesn't need to make tremendous amounts of power to be worthy as a sports car, since it doesn't weigh much to begin with. With the Ibuki, Mazda is shooting for approximately 177 horsepower at 7,500 rpm and 132 pound-feet at 6,000 rpm.

Alongside that, the company has deviated from two generations of Miatas and used a front-midship engine layout as in the RX-8 — such that the new 1.6-liter gas engine's center line resides behind the front axle. Engineers opened up a space for the engine by locating the air conditioner behind the seats. The result is a car with less weight over its front wheels and better at-the-limits handling than the current Miata. The engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission with reinforced synchronizers to assure shift quality that is equal to or better than that of any Miata past or present.

Additionally, the Ibuki adopts the RX-8's twin-backbone body frame, which gives the roadster a level of rigidity comparable to that of a closed-top car while keeping curb weight in check. The use of lightweight materials like reinforced plastic, aluminum and carbon fiber aids in this task as well. The 18-inch wheels are magnesium alloy, and they're fitted with run-flat tires.

The Ibuki incorporates a rollover sensor that would activate a four-point rollover bar in the event of a rollover. Noteworthy convenience features include dual-zone climate control and keyless entry by ID card.

Why Should You Care?
The word ibuki has to do with "breathing new life into" something or "adding vigor," and Mazda is up front about the fact this concept is a possible direction for the next Miata. Although gas/electric hybrid drivetrains have yet to achieve widespread acceptance or even availability in the U.S., a shapely, sharp-handling Miata could be a sure route to many a heart, mind and bank account. — Erin Riches

-The Ibuki is smooth-bodied and reminiscent of the Audi TT, yet there's something about it that fixes the image of a first-generation Miata in your mind. Just what Mazda hoped for, we expect.

-The cockpit has that otherworldly, unfinished look of concept car, but all the elements of a driver-centric environment seem to be in place.

-Short front and rear overhangs yield a trim roadster that's over 12 inches shorter than the current Miata.




That is the miata that uses the RX8 plateform. The autoweek miata is the turbocharged one. There is a coupe verison of the miata at tokyo motor show.

 

[rollazn]

Should i have post or did i know nothing and shounldnt have post!?

 

[rollazn]

One last thing and sorry about the triple post but your a mod "When you know what you are talking about, then post. Don't post what you don't know." Why so rude we all love cars i just got my facts wrong and im sorry wrong miata but no need for rudeness

 

[MazKid]

I quote that Autoweek website:

You're looking at the MazdaSpeed version of the Miata in the States. The 1.8-liter turbo four makes 178 hp and 182 lb ft of torque. Suspension improvements include trick Bilstein shocks that reduce roll by ten percent, upgraded coil springs 20 percent stiffer than stock and two more millimeters of antiroll bar in front and one more in back. Tires are 205/40R17s on 17-inch Racing Hart rims. Look for it in January in California and the rest of the country after that.

Where on that site does it say anything about a Mazda Roadster Coupe Turbo? Point it out to me, if you will.

Glut, I said that there's no Roadster Coupe Turbo in the works. I fully know of the MazdaSpeed Miata which is for the US like that website says. It uses the MX-5 SP turbo kit from Australia.

There is no Roadster Coupe Turbo, no Miata Coupe, no MX-5 coupe. Only Roadster Coupe, and MazdaSpeed Miata.

Shot yourself in the foot by not reading my post correctly, Glut.

The Ibuki isn't a Miata. It's a concept car that was made to be like a Miata. Expect to see none or little of the Ibuki in a 3rd gen Miata.
The "Autoweek" Miata is the MazdaSpeed Miata, turbo.

Is everyone in a sense of understanding now?

 

[rollazn]

gotcha

 

[Glut]

Originally posted by MazKid
I quote that Autoweek website:
I fully know of the MazdaSpeed Miata which is for the US like that website says. It uses the MX-5 SP turbo kit from Australia.

that turbo's not only due for the states. IIRC it's also going to be available in Japan and possibly Oz, under the label MX-5 ES.

There is no Roadster Coupe Turbo, no Miata Coupe, no MX-5 coupe. Only Roadster Coupe, and MazdaSpeed Miata.

Is everyone in a sense of understanding now?

I'm ok, if you are

 

[MazKid]

Uhh, the MX-5 SP was in Australia only for 2001 I believe, and it speced the same as the MazdaSpeed Miata. Infact, the MazdaSpeed Miata uses its turbo kit. I highly doubt it'll be brought back to Australia since, well, it was there already and was discontinued. I also doubt that it'll appear in Japan. I've seen no evidence that it'll be anywhere else except the US.

I guess we will have to wait and see.

 

[Glut]

The earlier OZ spec MX-5 turbo was the SP. It is slightly more powerful than the current one on offer. It's already been confirmed for australia at a recommended price of AU$46000, and confirmed for Japan (remembering it was released there.) and the US.

Another article about it:
http://editorial.carsales.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/11C6A25CECB723A7CA256DC5000DF67D

 

[ShobThaBob]

I dont understand why automakers dont try things out like that here in America. We miss out on so many great cars....its slightly depressing.

 

[Ethix101]

That Type-A looks awesome. I really wish they would sell that in the US. If it has more headroom than the convertible, I'd be all over it. Damn.


-Mark

 

[VIPFREAK]

Originally posted by rollazn
Mazda Ibuki Concept its just like a miata it uses the RX8 plateforum.

Ok, so what happen between concept to production?? You know the cars that come out today are kind of like our economy. I hear people saying yeah it's getting better, so where? I haven't seen it??

Nick

 

[LoudMusic]

I very much like the looks of this car. I hope they don't change too much.