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Old 03-30-2012, 01:16 PM   #167
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Originally Posted by Sasquachulator View Post
They could ditch the electronic hardtop, could save a couple lbs from that. but then theres the other like 300lbs......
The Miata comes with either manual soft top or power retractable hard top. The soft-top cars were 2441-2511 depending on year and trim. The PRHT adds 77 lb to a comparably equipped soft top.

Mazda has stated explicitly on several occasions that their goal for the ND is a 10% weight reduction (about 2200 lb for the base trim) or 1000 kg (2205 lb). It's not clear that they will get there, but I expect they will be close.

Those expecting 2100 lb or less will likely be disappointed.
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