7.7
2023 Mazda MX-5 RF review
The MX-5 RF offers the superb dynamics we've long come to expect of Mazda's iconic sports car, but we'd personally prefer the soft-top.
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William Stopford
2022 Lotus Elise vs 2024 Mazda MX-5 Comparison
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Based on the Lotus Elise
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
Best suitable for...
Fun
City drivingFuel Efficiency
40L - 48L
312 to 374 km
45L
311 to 410 km
Warranty
3 year
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MSRP
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$41,520 - $56,140
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William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Superb handling
- Excellent transmission and steering
- Simplicity
Misses
- RF loses the classic open-top feel of the Roadster
- Dated infotainment
- Lack of cabin storage
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Alcantara Sill Covers (+$599)
- Black Pack (+$1,099)
- Cruise Control (+$299)
- Carbon Fibre Front Access Panel (+$2,399)
- Carbon Fibre Hard Top (+$7,999)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| SUPERCHARGED MPFI | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1798 | 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.8L | 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| SUPERCHARGED 4 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 179kW - 183kW | 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7200 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 244Nm | 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 3000 | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 11.5 | 13 | |
