Chevrolet Corvette vs Mazda MX-5 Comparison

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CarExpert Rating

Very Good

Read the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette review

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

CarExpert Rating

Very Good

Read the 2024 Mazda MX-5 RF GT review

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

Based on the Chevrolet Corvette STINGRAY 3LT

Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH

Best suitable for...

Fun

City driving

Fuel Efficiency

45L

306 to 324 km

Warranty

3 year
warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$175,000 - $336,000

$41,520 - $56,290

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CarExpert's Take

Matt Campbell

Senior Contributor

Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Immensely mature to drive
Clever tech
More practical than you’d think

Misses

Short warranty
Some fit and finish concerns
Competition seats a bit uncomfy

Josh Nevett

Deputy Marketplace Editor

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

Reviews

Not Rated

2024 Chevrolet Corvette review

This V8 supercar is less than half the price of some of the other big-name mid-engine monsters, and it feels like a bargain as a result.

Matt Campbell

Very Good

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.

Josh Nevett

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Specs

Type
PETROL DIRECT INJECTION		PETROL DIRECT INJECTION
Size (cc)
5463 - 6162		1998
Size (L)
5.5L, 6.2L		2.0L
Cylinders
8		4
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16 - 32		16
Power
369kW - 488kW		135kW
Power RPM
6450 - 8400		7000
Torque
595Nm - 806Nm		205Nm
Torque RPM
6300		4000
Bore Stroke
-		91.2
Compression Ratio
-		-

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