Mazdaspeed3
Price Range (estimated MSRP - CAD): $29,995 - $34,495
Body Type: 5-door hatchback
Layout: front-engine, FWD
Engine: 247-hp, 280 lb-ft of torque, DOHC, direct injection, turbocharged 2.3L I-4
Transmission: 6-spd manual
Performance (0-100 km/h): 6.1 seconds
Top Speed: 250 km/h (155 mph)
Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, BA
Tires: 225/40 ZR 18
Fuel Consumption (mixed): 9.7 L/100 km
Mazda MX-5 Miata
Price (estimated base MSRP): $27,995 - $34,495
Body Type: 2-door convertible
Layout: front engine, RWD
Engine: 170 hp, 140 lb-ft of torque, 2.0L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
Transmission: 5-spd manual (GX) or 6-spd manual (GS, GT)
Optional Transmission: 6-spd auto
Acceleration (0-100 km/h): 8.0 seconds (GX) 7.5 seconds (GS, GT)
Top speed (GX/GS, GT): 205/206 km/h (128 mph)
Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 3,990 / 1,720 / 1,245 / 2,330 mm (156.8 / 67.7 / 49.0 / 91.7 in)
Curb Weight (min-max): 1,108 - 1,147 kg (2,659-2753 lbs)
Seating Capacity: 2
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