Mazda MX-5 GT - Super Lightweight, Super Speed

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Built and developed based on the MX-5, Mazda MX-5 GT (racing version) uses several measures to reduce weight. Many details are made of polycarbonate carbon fiber, thereby, the weight of the vehicle stopped just 850 kg (MX-5 weighs 1165 kg.)

Mazda said, the MX-5 GT has met the standards of the FIA ​​such as fire extinguishers, alloy wheels, while the gearbox and engine upgrades to enhance performance of the car on the track.

MX-5 GT uses 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, capacity of 275 hp combined with a 6-speed sequential gearbox, the car accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds, top speed around 258 km/h.

Under the plan, Mazda MX-5 GT will join 2011 Britcar MSA British Endurance in England later this month.