Mazdaspeed 3

DenverJayhawk · 04-12-2009, 11:23 AM

So why won't mazda stuff the Mazdaspeed 3's engine into an MX-5 Miata? I know the 3 is a FWD. But couldn't the engine could be put in lengthwise for the rwd platform of the Miata? The last thing I need is a third car, but I'd be tempted to buy one if Mazda did this.

SlickShift · 04-12-2009, 05:54 PM

I'm right with ya man!!! I've been saying this forever. I would've seriously considered a Mazdaspeed MX-5 if the game out with the damn thing. My guess is that they're waiting to release it when the MX-5 only has a couple years of production left (just like they did with the last iteration).

Kenix · 04-12-2009, 05:55 PM

I think Mazda wants to maintain the cheap, light, and fun mx-5 image. Giving the car a stock turbo makes it seem almost too serious for a miata. Just my opinion at least.

Maybe weight and price considerations? Also the last mazdaspeed mx-5 tanked in sales so Mazda is probably going to be more careful with a new one, if at all. I do see them making one eventually though, to compete with the Saturn Sky Redline and Pontiac Solstice GXP.

mtla4 · 04-12-2009, 09:08 PM

The miata would step on the rx-8 toes

bdkevoIX · 04-13-2009, 11:04 AM

^ yea, they need to seriously beef up rx8...

Kenix · 04-13-2009, 05:11 PM

Not too much power though, I wouldn't want the rx-8 to turn into a muscle car. Let's say..300hp/220lbft, that would be just right

Crimson92 · 04-13-2009, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Kenix

Not too much power though, I wouldn't want the rx-8 to turn into a muscle car. Let's say..300hp/220lbft, that would be just right

not if it wants to compete with the 370z

Kenix · 04-14-2009, 10:13 PM

The rx-8's forte is handling over power and I think mazda should stick with that rather then turn it into a 370z mimic. I'd trade power for handling feel anyday. Plus, the rx-8 is worlds ahead in practicality, so it doesn't need to boast a huge powerplant in order to "compete" with the z.

And 300hp/220lbft would be more than enough to compete with the 370z. In fact, seeing how at 235 hp, the rx-8 is already serious competition, at 300hp, it would trounce the 370z.

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SlickShift Lieutenant Colonel 335 Rep 1,806 Posts Drives: '11 BMW E90 M3 ZCP, '21 X5 ZMP Join Date: May 2007 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (7)	I'm right with ya man!!! I've been saying this forever. I would've seriously considered a Mazdaspeed MX-5 if the game out with the damn thing. My guess is that they're waiting to release it when the MX-5 only has a couple years of production left (just like they did with the last iteration). __________________ -Nick 2018 BMW 440i - M Sport, Exec Glacier Silver Metallic/Coral Red Dakota Retired: '00 323i, '06 325Ci, '09 135i, '06 Z4M Roadster, '93 525i, '76 2002, '14 X1, '14 M235i, '16 X4, '16 435i
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Kenix Private 0 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2004 325i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: California iTrader: (0)	I think Mazda wants to maintain the cheap, light, and fun mx-5 image. Giving the car a stock turbo makes it seem almost too serious for a miata. Just my opinion at least. Maybe weight and price considerations? Also the last mazdaspeed mx-5 tanked in sales so Mazda is probably going to be more careful with a new one, if at all. I do see them making one eventually though, to compete with the Saturn Sky Redline and Pontiac Solstice GXP. Last edited by Kenix; 04-12-2009 at 06:15 PM..
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bdkevoIX Captain 18 Rep 739 Posts Drives: 06 Evo IX Mr Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	^ yea, they need to seriously beef up rx8... __________________ 03 Golf TDI w/ r32 conversion - 120bph/40mpg ftw for now.. 06 Evo IX MR - 500whp,,,sold.....
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Kenix Private 0 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2004 325i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: California iTrader: (0)	Not too much power though, I wouldn't want the rx-8 to turn into a muscle car. Let's say..300hp/220lbft, that would be just right
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Kenix Private 0 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2004 325i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: California iTrader: (0)	The rx-8's forte is handling over power and I think mazda should stick with that rather then turn it into a 370z mimic. I'd trade power for handling feel anyday. Plus, the rx-8 is worlds ahead in practicality, so it doesn't need to boast a huge powerplant in order to "compete" with the z. And 300hp/220lbft would be more than enough to compete with the 370z. In fact, seeing how at 235 hp, the rx-8 is already serious competition, at 300hp, it would trounce the 370z.
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