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
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
Based on the Porsche 911 CARRERA T
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Fun
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
64L - 67L
602 to 918 km
Warranty
5 year
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MSRP
$36,090 - $56,140
$277,800 - $559,400
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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
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- It's a lightweight 911 – enough said
- Chassis feels extra sharp
- More poke than Porsche claims with more noise
Misses
- Harder ride than Carrera or Carrera S
- It's not exactly a bargain
- Options can be steep
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)
- Dash Cam Preparation (+$250)
- Door Courtesy Lights Logo Projection (+$300)
- Leather Air Vents (+$3,000)
- Leather Backrests Sports Sts Plus - Special Inlays (+$3,370)
- Vehicle Key Painted with Key Pouch in Race-Tex (+$780)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1496 - 1998 | 2981 - 3996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 3.0L, 3.7L, 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | FLAT TWIN TURBO 6, FLAT 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 97kW - 135kW | 283kW - 478kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 6500 - 8500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 152Nm - 205Nm | 450Nm - 800Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4500 | 1950 - 6300 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | 8.7 - 13.3 | |
