2009 Mazda MX-5 Superlight Concept

Based on the brand icon Mazda MX-5 Roadster, the Mazda MX-5 Superlight Concept is powered by the cultivated and frugal MZR 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine paired to the production roadster’s five-speed manual transmission. It develops 93 kW/126 PS of maximum power at 6,500 rpm.

The Mazda MX-5 Superlight Concept uses a four-piston, fixedcalliper brake system with perforated discs that, because of their size required an increase in track of 50 mm. A specially tuned chassis with a Bilstein® B16 coil-over suspension and Eibach® stabilisers give the body of the Mazda MX-5 Superlight Concept a ground clearance that is 30 mm lower than the production Mazda MX-5.

Also from the production model are the roadster’s 205/45 R17 original-equipment tyres and alloy wheels from the 2.0-litre version, which are some of the lightest on the market today at less than 8 kg.

The Mazda MX-5 Superlight Concept is fully-drivable, but the company says there are no plans to produce it in the near future.