Vehicle Overview
MX-5
Stealth Attack
A lightweight roadster refined through a clear performance philosophy: precise, restrained and purpose-built.
Technical Specification
- Engine: 4-cylinder in-line naturally aspirated engine (Skyactiv-G 2.0), 1998 cc displacement.
- Power output: 135 kW (184 hp) at 7000 rpm.
- Torque: 205 Nm at 4000 rpm.
- Maximum speed: 7500 rpm.
- Acceleration (0-100 km/h): approx. 6.5 s.
- Top speed: 219 km/h.
- Fuel consumption (combined): approx. 6.9 l/100 km (NEDC).
- Weight: approx. 1030 kg.
- Drive: Rear-wheel drive with 6-speed manual transmission.
- Special features: limited-slip differential, Bilstein sports suspension, Recaro / Bose (Sports-Line).
Current Chassis & Wheel Setup
- Lowering: Eibach IL Motorsport Edition suspension.
- Wheels: OZ Ultraleggera.
- Body kit: Complete Mazda body kit.
- Wheel spacers: Eibach spacers, 15 mm per side.
- Strut brace: SPR Germany front strut brace.
- Wheel and tire package: OZ Ultraleggera 7Jx17H2 ET37 with Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 205/45R17 88W at 1.8 bar.
- Front axle alignment (left/right): toe +0°06', +0°05'; camber -1°32', -1°34'; caster +7°27', +7°17'.
- Rear axle alignment (left/right): toe +0°07', +0°05'; camber -1°28', -1°27'.
Driving Character
- Concept: Lightweight rear-wheel-drive roadster with a direct and connected driving feel.
- Balance: Neutral chassis setup with strong front-end response and predictable rotation.
- Feedback: Precise steering input, mechanical grip and clear communication from the chassis.
- Use case: Fast road driving, mountain roads and focused weekend driving.
- Priority: Driver involvement over pure numbers.
Design Identity
- Style: Clean, low and performance-oriented with an OEM+ appearance.
- Visual direction: Deep black surfaces, subtle contrast and a sharp road-focused stance.
- Build philosophy: Functional modifications with a clear purpose instead of unnecessary show parts.
- Character: Compact, assertive and understated.
- Overall impression: A modern street setup with strong night-drive presence.
Development Plan
- Tire package: Planned move to a semi-slick setup, with the final specification still under evaluation.
- Brake upgrade: V-Maxx 4-piston brake system in combination with EBC Yellow pads.
- Engine development: Piper camshafts as a future step in the drivetrain package.
Acknowledgements
- IL Motorsport: For supporting the chassis-focused direction of the build.
- SPR Germany: For functional hardware with a clear performance purpose.
- OZ Racing: For lightweight wheels with timeless motorsport character.
- Eibach: For suspension and spacer components that complete the setup.
- CB Design: For the vehicle wrap and for shaping the car’s visual presence.
- ASC e.K. (formerly Sabasch GmbH): For tire support and precise suspension alignment.