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
2023 Lotus Exige vs 2024 Mazda MX-5 Comparison
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Based on the Lotus Exige
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
Best suitable for...
Fun
City drivingFuel Efficiency
43L - 48L
439 to 518 km
45L
275 to 410 km
Warranty
3 year
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MSRP
$149,500 - $209,990
$36,090 - $56,140
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William Stopford
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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
- Cruise Control (+$299)
- Cup Paint (Non Pearl) (+$4,199)
- Cup Paint (Pearl) (+$8,799)
- Digital Audio Broadcast Radio (+$1,199)
- Floor Mats - Front & Rear (+$249)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| SUPERCHARGED MPFI | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3456 | 1496 - 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.5L | 2.0L, 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| SUPERCHARGED V6 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 296kW - 321kW | 97kW - 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 420Nm - 440Nm | 152Nm - 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2600 - 3000 | 4000 - 4500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.1 | 13 | |
