For MX-5 owners, renowned Mazda tuning expert BBR is revving things back up. This is due to the fact that BBR is excited to introduce two brand-new supercharger tuning packages for the 2.0-liter Mazda MX-5 ND cars (MY2015-2019), each of which is capable of producing up to 250 horsepower.
Using the proven and reliable Rotrex supercharger unit, both BBR’s Stage 1 and Stage 2 packages have been designed to install without intrusive mechanical alterations onto the 1998cc SkyActiv-G engine and the under bonnet appearance remains OEM-like and discrete.
Despite the subtle visuals the BBR supercharger packages’ gains are significant – aside from the 225bhp peak power figure, the Stage One upgrade offers a highly useable 200 lb.ft plus of torque between 3750 rpm and 5750 rpm, making it highly responsive and ideal for fast road use for the performance orientated driver.
Initial performance testing with the Stage One supercharger upgrade indicates a 0-60 mph time shaved from a factory 7.3 seconds to a supercar rivalling 5.3 seconds, enabling the BBR Stage One equipped Mazda MX-5 to scalp for more expensive machinery via its impressive power to weight ratio of 217 bhp per ton.
Stage Two concentrates on improving flow, not boost pressure. Utilising BBR’s fully TIG welded stainless steel 2.5 inch bore high flow exhaust enables further power to be released without additional stress on the SkyActiv-G engine. In addition, an optional Forge Motorsport intercooler upgrade is available to ensure that the inlet charge temperatures remain optimal even in the most demanding conditions. This releases up to 250 bhp at peak, allied to 220lb.ft of torque, resulting in a 0-60 mph sprint in just 5.1 seconds.
AutoBrief Snippets
- BBR Launches Two Stages of Supercharger package for Mazda MX-5 ND models built from 2015-2019
- Over 220 bhp available from Stage One, while over 240 bhp available with Stage Two package
- Drive in – drive out and DIY upgrades now on sale, priced from £3895.00
- The BBR Stage One/Two Supercharger conversions carry a 12-month warranty