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2006 Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe (NC)
2006 Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe (NC), in True Red (A4A). The Roadster Coupe added 37kg over the soft-top model.
True Red (A4A) · Gloss
Black Cloth · Cloth / Fabric
This car
PaintTrue Red (A4A) · Gloss
InteriorBlack Cloth · Cloth / Fabric
Production
Years produced2006–2015
Units madeapprox. 235,000 (all NC variants)
Where builtHiroshima, Japan
Body styles2-door retractable hardtop
Engine
EngineMazda MZR LF-VE Inline-4
Displacement1,999 cc
Cylinders4
Valves16
AspirationNaturally aspirated
Power158 bhp (160 PS) @ 6,700 rpm
Torque139 lb ft (188 Nm) @ 5,000 rpm
FuelPetrol
Drivetrain & performance
Gearbox6-speed manual
Wheel driveRear-wheel drive
LayoutFront-mid engine, rear-wheel drive
Top speed134 mph (215 km/h)
0–62 mph7.9 seconds
0–60 mph7.6 seconds
¼ mile15.8 seconds
Economy (combined)34.5 mpg (8.2 L/100km)
CO₂193 g/km
Chassis & dimensions
Brakes — front290 mm ventilated discs
Brakes — rear280 mm solid discs
Wheels17-inch alloy
Tyres205/45 R17
SuspensionDouble wishbone (front), Multi-link (rear)
Kerb weight1,110 kg
Drag coefficient0.30 Cd
Length3,995 mm
Width1,720 mm
Height1,255 mm
Wheelbase2,330 mm
Pricing
Price new (2006)£18,995 · $24,945
Estimated value now£5,000 – £8,500
In dollars$9,000 – $14,000
-64% vs new, at the midpoint. Values as at 4 November 2026. Basis: UK dealer listings and 2026 enthusiast market.
The Roadster Coupe added 37kg over the soft-top model.
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