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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
2023 Aston Martin DB11 vs 2024 Mazda MX-5 Comparison
Aston Martin DB11
Mazda MX-5
2023 Aston Martin
DB11
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2024 Mazda
MX-5
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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Based on the Aston Martin DB11
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Best suitable for...
Fun
Long distance driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
78L - 79L
772 to 901 km
45L
311 to 410 km
Warranty
3 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$382,495 - $437,400
$41,520 - $56,140
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CarExpert's Take
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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
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
- Alloy Wheels Special 20 Inch (+$13,040)
- Black Exterior Mirrors (+$860)
- Blind Spot Monitoring (+$1,440)
- Carbon Fibre Door Mirrors (+$2,890)
- Comfort Pack (+$5,210)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)
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Gallery
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TWIN TURBO MPFI | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3982 - 5204 | 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L, 5.2L | 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8, TURBO V12 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL VARIABLE QUAD OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 - 48 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 375kW - 447kW | 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 - 6500 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 675Nm - 700Nm | 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 2000 | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.3 - 10.5 | 13 | |
