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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 Ford Mustang Comparison
Mazda MX-5
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Based on the Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8
Best suitable for...
Fun
City drivingFuel Efficiency
45L
306 to 324 km
61L
573 to 830 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$41,210 - $57,220
$64,990 - $87,667
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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
Jack Quick
Contributor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Incredibly charismatic Coyote V8
- Optional MagneRide suspension fantastic
- Still a relative performance car bargain
Misses
- Automatic has too many gears
- Squeaky optional Recaro seats
- Lots of previous-gen Mustang finishes
Colours Available
Race Red and Oxford White are no-cost options across the entire range, with the following colours a $910 option:
- Shadow Black
- Vapour Blue
- Atlas Blue
- Grabber Blue
- Dark Matter Grey
- Carbonised Grey
- Iconic Silver (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Rapid Red (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Yellow Splash (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Blue Ember (only available in Dark Horse with Dark Horse Appearance Pack)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION & MULTI-POINT, TURBO GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION & MULTI-POINT | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 | 2300 - 5038 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 5.0L, 2.3L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 8, 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 135kW | 232kW - 347kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 5500 - 7250 | |
| Torque | ||
| 205Nm | 475Nm - 550Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 | 3000 - 4750 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 91.2 | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
