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2024 Mazda MX-5 RF GT review
The Mazda MX-5 is the best selling roadster of all time, but it doesn't need a soft top or a manual transmission to make sense.
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Josh Nevett
2025 Mazda MX-5 vs 2024 Renault Megane R.S. Trophy Comparison
Mazda MX-5
Renault Megane R.S. Trophy
2025 Mazda
MX-5
vs
2024 Renault
Megane R.S. Trophy
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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8.0
8.2
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Based on the Renault Megane R.S. Trophy R.S. ULTIME
Best suitable for...
City driving
Fun
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
45L
306 to 324 km
NA
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
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MSRP
$41,210 - $57,220
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CarExpert's Take
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fun to drive anywhere, anytime
- RF brings coupe looks, flexibility
- Compliant ride
Misses
- Tan interior exclusive for auto
- Limited passenger legroom
- Steering lacks feedback
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Still looks hardcore, puts out loads of grunt
- One of the most engaging hot hatches
- Huge grip, deft handling
Misses
- No extra power for its final send-off, pricey
- Four-wheel steering may polarise
- Can get thirsty
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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | - | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | - | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | - | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | - | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 135kW | - | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 205Nm | - | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 91.2 | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
