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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
Mazda MX-5 vs Aston Martin Vantage Comparison
Mazda MX-5
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Aston Martin Vantage
2024 Mazda
MX-5
vs
2024 Aston Martin
Vantage
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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8.0
NA
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Based on the Aston Martin Vantage
Best suitable for...
Fun
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
73L
883 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
3 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$36,090 - $56,140
$410,000
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CarExpert's Take
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
NA
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 (+$495)
NA
Reviews
NA
Ready To Buy
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | TWIN TURBO MPFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1496 - 1998 | 3982 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | TWIN TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL VARIABLE QUAD OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 97kW - 135kW | 489kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 152Nm - 205Nm | 800Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4500 | 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | 8.6 | |
