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.
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Josh Nevett
Mazda MX-5 vs BMW 8 Series Comparison
Mazda MX-5
BMW 8 Series
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CarExpert Rating
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Based on the BMW 8 Series
Best suitable for...
City driving
Fun
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
45L
306 to 324 km
68L
530 to 728 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$41,520 - $56,290
$194,000 - $307,100
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CarExpert's Take
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
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Reviews
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Ready To Buy
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Specs
| Type | ||
| PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 | 2998 - 4395 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 4.4L, 3.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 8, 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 135kW | 250kW - 390kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 5000 - 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 205Nm | 500Nm - 750Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 | 1600 - 1800 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 91.2 | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
