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
Mazda MX-5 vs McLaren 540C Comparison
Mazda MX-5
McLaren 540C
2024 Mazda
MX-5
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2024 McLaren
540C
How they stack...
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
Based on the McLaren 540C
Best suitable for...
Fun
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
72L
770 km
Warranty
5 year
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3 year
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MSRP
$36,090 - $56,140
$350,000
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CarExpert's Take
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
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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
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)
- Alcantara Steering Wheel (+$1,360)
- Alloy Wheels Special (+$7,180)
- Alloy Wheels - Premium (+$9,500)
- Car Cover Set (+$1,220)
- Carbon-Ceramic Brakes (+$19,880)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | TWIN TURBO MPFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1496 - 1998 | 3799 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 3.8L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 97kW - 135kW | 397kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 7500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 152Nm - 205Nm | 540Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4500 | 3500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | - | |
