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 Subaru BRZ tS
Best suitable for...
City driving
FunFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
50L
440 to 475 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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MSRP
$36,090 - $56,140
$40,290 - $49,690
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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
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Meaningful mechanical upgrades
- Still a usable daily driver
- Manual finally gets active safety
Misses
- Loses the spare wheel
- Extra focus doesn't come cheap
- You don't get more power to exploit the chassis
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)
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Colours Available
All models are available in the following finishes:
- Crystal White Pearl
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Ignition Red
- WR Blue Pearl
- Sapphire Blue Pearl
- Magnetite Grey Metallic
- Crystal Black Silica
All finishes are no-cost options.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | PORT & DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1496 - 1998 | 2387 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 2.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 97kW - 135kW | 174kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 152Nm - 205Nm | 250Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4500 | 3700 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | 12.5 | |
