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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 BMW 4 Series Comparison
Mazda MX-5
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2024 Mazda
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2024 BMW
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CarExpert Score
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Based on the BMW 4 Series 30i M SPORT
Best suitable for...
Fun
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
59L
389 to 484 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$36,090 - $56,140
$93,700 - $148,400
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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
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 (+$495)
- Individual Metallic Paint (+$3,850)
- Individual Metallic Paint Premium (+$9,500)
- Individual Interior Trim (+$1,200)
- 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 | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE 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 | |
