Porsche 911 vs Mazda MX-5 Comparison

    Porsche 911

    Mazda MX-5

    2024 Porsche
    911
    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
    8.9
    7.7
    0.0
    Based on the Porsche 911 CARRERA T
    Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
    Best suitable for...
    FunFun
    LuxuryLuxury
    City drivingCity driving
    Fuel Efficiency
    64L - 67L
    602 to 918 km
    45L
    275 to 410 km
    Warranty
    3 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $277,800 - $559,400
    $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
    • 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
    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

    • 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)
    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)

    Specs

    Type
    TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJGASOLINE DIRECT INJ
    Size (cc)
    2981 - 39961496 - 1998
    Size (L)
    3.0L, 3.7L, 4.0L2.0L, 1.5L
    Induction
    FLAT TWIN TURBO 6, FLAT 6INLINE 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    2416
    Power
    283kW - 478kW97kW - 135kW
    Power RPM
    6500 - 85007000
    Torque
    450Nm - 800Nm152Nm - 205Nm
    Torque RPM
    1950 - 63004000 - 4500
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    8.7 - 13.313

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