Porsche 718 vs Mazda MX-5 Comparison

    Porsche 718

    Mazda MX-5

    2024 Porsche
    718
    vs
    2024 Mazda
    MX-5
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
    0.0
    8.4
    7.7
    0.0
    Based on the Porsche 718 CAYMAN STYLE EDITION
    Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
    Best suitable for...
    City drivingCity driving
    FunFun
    LuxuryLuxury
    Fuel Efficiency
    64L
    448 to 826 km
    45L
    275 to 410 km
    Warranty
    3 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $132,500 - $335,300
    $36,090 - $56,140
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    CarExpert's Take

    Anthony Crawford
    Senior Road Tester
    Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • The benchmark entry-level sports car
    • Turns more heads than a base 911
    • Next-gen is electric, so it's a collectable
    Misses
    • Exhaust note is still uninspiring at 5000rpm
    • Storage space in the cabin is tight
    • Infotainment hardware is almost a decade old
    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

    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

    • Climate Control Panel - Leather (+$1,120)
    • Carbon Floor Mats - Leather Edging (+$1,370)
    • Coloured Instrument Dials (+$920)
    • Carbon Onboard Folder (+$1,500)
    • Coloured Seat Belts (+$520)
    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJGASOLINE DIRECT INJ
    Size (cc)
    1988 - 39961496 - 1998
    Size (L)
    2.5L, 2.0L, 4.0L2.0L, 1.5L
    Induction
    TURBO 4, FLAT 6INLINE 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16 - 2416
    Power
    220kW - 368kW97kW - 135kW
    Power RPM
    6500 - 84007000
    Torque
    380Nm - 450Nm152Nm - 205Nm
    Torque RPM
    2100 - 67504000 - 4500
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    9.5 - 1313

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