Mazda MX-5 Mk3/Mk3.5 & CC (NC & NCEC) model information

Engines

2.0 litre producing 160 ps 1.8 litre producing 126 ps

Gearbox

5 speed manual, 6 speed manual or 6 speed automatic

Dimensions

Wheel base 2,330mm (97.7in) Length 4,000mm (157.3in) Mk3, 4,020mm (158.3in) Mk3.5 Width 1,720mm (67.7in)

Kerb weight 1,095kgs (2,410lbs)

The Mk3 retains the perfect 50/50 weight distribution and sharp positive of the earlier models. Available as a soft-top or with a removable hard-top or with a self-retracting hard-top. The Mk3 was revised in 2009 with a new front and other less obvious changes.

For comprehensive details on the Mk3 (NC & NCEC) models go to www.mx5-3rdgenerationlimited.com/3rdgenerationLtd.htm or for the current models go to www.mazda.co.uk/showroom/mx-5/