1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata

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1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Kelley Blue Book Retail $3,525–$4,350  

Specifications

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Specifications shown for: Base 2dr Convertible

Engines

133-hp, 1.8-liter I-4 (regular gas)  

Transmissions

5-speed manual w/OD  
4-speed automatic w/OD  

Powertrain

1.8 Engine liters  
I-4 Cylinder configuration  
16 # of valves  
Standard Sequential multi-point fuel injection  
regular unleaded Recommended fuel  
5 speed Manual transmission  
Optional Automatic transmission: 4 speed  
Standard Overdrive  
Optional Transmission electronic control  
Optional Transmission lock-up torque converter  
4.10 Axle ratio  
Optional Limited slip differential  
23 mpg Fuel economy city  
29 mpg Fuel economy highway  
13 gal. Fuel tank capacity
133-hp @ 6,500RPM Engine horsepower  
114 lb.-ft. @ 5,500RPM Engine torque  
3.27" x 3.35" Engine bore x stroke  

Standard Specs and Dimensions

112 cu.in. Engine displacement  
1 Cruising RPM
.38 Drag coefficient  
2,293 lbs. Curb weight  
155.4" Exterior length  
66.0" Exterior body width  
48.2" Exterior height  
89.2" Wheelbase  
55.5" Front tread  
56.2" Rear tread  
15.1' Turning radius  
42.7" Front legroom  
37.1" Front headroom  
43.0" Front hiproom  
50.4" Front shoulder room  
46.0 cu.ft. Passenger volume  
3.6 cu.ft. Interior cargo volume  
3.6 cu.ft. Maximum interior cargo volume  

Suspension/Handling

Standard Four wheel independent suspension  
Optional Sport suspension  
Standard Front anti-roll bar  
Standard Rear anti-roll bar  
Optional Power steering  
Standard Rack and pinion steering  
Optional Alloy wheels  
185/60HR14.0 Front tires  
185/60HR14.0 Rear tires  
Optional Limited slip differential  

Body Exterior

2 Number of doors
Optional Power door mirrors  
Optional Convertible hard top  
Optional Spoiler  
Standard Body-color or chrome door mirrors  
Standard Body-color or chrome door handles  
Standard Body-colored bumpers  
Standard Chrome tip exhaust  

Convenience Feature

Optional Air conditioning  
Optional Cruise control  
Optional Power windows  
Standard Day-night rearview mirror  
Standard Passenger vanity mirror  
Standard Front cupholder  
Standard Full floor console  
Standard Covered floor storage  
Optional Driver door bin  
Optional Passenger door bin  
Standard Seatback storage pockets  
Standard Locking glove box  
Standard Driver's footrest  
1 12V DC power outlet  

Seats and Trim

Standard Max. seating capacity of 2  
Standard Front bucket seats  
4 Number of driver seat adjustments  
Standard Reclining driver seat  
Standard Driver fore/aft adjustment  
4 Number of passenger seat adjustments  
Standard Reclining passenger seat  
Standard Passenger fore/aft adjustment  
w/storage Front center armrest  
Optional Leather upholstery  
Standard Vinyl door panel trim  
Standard Full carpet floor covering  
Optional Leather shift knob  
Optional Leather steering wheel  
Optional Floor mats  
Standard Carpeted cargo space  

Entertainment Features

Standard Radio  
Standard Seek-scan  
Standard Cassette  
Optional CD player  
Optional In-dash CD changer  
Standard Audio theft deterrent  
2 Speakers
Optional Speakers: 4
Optional Premium speakers  
Optional Power antenna  

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Standard Center high mounted stop light  
Optional Rear window defroster  
Standard Tinted windows  
Standard Tachometer  
Standard Trip odometer  
Standard Oil pressure gauge  
Standard Water temp gauge  
Standard Oil pressure warning  
Standard Battery warning  
Standard Lights on warning  
Standard Key warning  

Safety and Security

Optional ABS brakes  
Standard 4-wheel disc brakes  
Standard Dual front impact airbags  
Optional Limited slip differential  

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