considering the intense engineering already in the skyactiv G 2.0 and the fact that the higher compression euro version has the same powerband (but better efficiency) I don't think there will be more power at hand. Either way, called it!

I'm predicting the 155hp skyactiv G 2.0. But I hope it's the 184hp 2.5. If it's either engine, it would make it more fuel efficient than a mazda3 if only for the 600lbs weight difference. So either way it's a 40+ mpg rwd roadster.

Nope, like I said to Raph, it's visually identical to the 2.0 Skyactiv G found under the hood of my 2014 Mazda3.

part 2: the engine in the schematic also looks identical to the 2.0 under my car's hood. And no turbocharger visible. Just the freaky skyactive long-tube manifold.

If it's the 2.0 skyactiv G then it's likely the same 155hp and 150 ft-lbs unit found in the 3, 6 and cx-5. I doubt they are gonna squeeze that much more HP out of it considering it has a scary-high 13:1 compression ratio. But that engine should be plenty for the Miata. I have a 2014 mazda3 with this engine and the…

Shit Raph, that reminds me of the big pile of issues I've been having in my less than 4 year old Mustang lol. Though yours is obviously way worse I gotta admit. But yeah, if you ever need proof that sports cars are never cheap and maybe a bit of a read to share some of the pain: http://oppositelock.jalopnik.com/budget-…

Great I almost choked laughing while at work. Bahahaha

masterfully done sir!

so 2100lbs with the skyactiv 2.0 drivetrain from the current mazda3 and cx-5 which means 155hp. That translates to 13.6lbs per HP. This car should be pretty quick if this holds true. And that engine is quite lovely and torquey above 2000rpm in the mazda3. Revs smoothly and has great throttle response (its a gem to…

Almost everyone I know has a new or almost new car. We're all between 20 and 27 years old. There's even a good chunk of sport/performance cars in that mix too. And that's dispite the fact we pay a lot more in canada for or rides.

The best part is that the infotainment systems in the mainstream japanese cars will likely outlive the ones in the Germal Luxury cars simply because of component reliability. Japanese electronic components are known for being the best there is. German electronics? Yeah no.

the infotainment bit is true and heck it's one world where the mainstream brands are slowly surpassing the Germans in all infotainment features save for audio quality.

With all your knowledge i'm curious to see what your opinion is of the 3.7L V6 in the current base mustangs with regards to build quality, limits and reliability.

Damn i feel like i learned a lot about ford and performance engines in general in that post.

interesting theory.

You could have omitted you were quebecer and I would have guessed just by your use of the word "mags". That's such a quebec thing to say instead of rims or wheels lol.

you and me both. Who the heck puts pepper spray in the hvac system of a building??

gassing it has been my go-to solution on my Waverunner as well when I think I'm gonna tip over and lose it. Working so far! Now I want one of those stickers.

it would be fine if it were being sold to the masses by volkswagen and journalistsbas nothing more than a hatchback with extra turbo grunt. But people take issue because it gets overhyped as a sports car. As a turbo hatchback its a fine car. As a sports car, meh.

The V6 comes on its own with an intake and exhaust mod. Otherwise it's a little muted. The EB would benifit from the same mods then it would likely sound pretty badass.