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
2022 Mazda MX-5 vs 2024 BMW 4 Series Comparison
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
Based on the BMW 4 Series 30i M SPORT
Best suitable for...
Fun
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
59L
378 to 484 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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MSRP
$36,090 - $51,120
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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
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- It's a sharp looker
- Updated interior is a step forward
- Balance of ride and handling comfort
Misses
- More buttons would be better inside
- Four-cylinder power not a sexy as a six
- Price hikes still rankle
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 (+$595)
- Individual Metallic Paint (+$3,850)
- Individual Metallic Paint Premium (+$9,500)
- Metallic Paint (+$2,000)
- M Sport Pro (+$1,900)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO MPFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1496 - 1998 | 1998 - 2998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 3.0L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | TURBO 6, TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 97kW - 135kW | 135kW - 285kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 5000 - 5800 | |
| Torque | ||
| 152Nm - 205Nm | 300Nm - 500Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4500 | 1350 - 1900 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | 10.2 - 11 | |
