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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 Lexus LC Comparison
Mazda MX-5
Lexus LC
2025 Mazda
MX-5
vs
2025 Lexus
LC
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Based on the Lexus LC BASE MODEL
Best suitable for...
City driving
Fun
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
306 to 324 km
82L
549 to 1041 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$41,210 - $57,220
$203,550 - $217,157
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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
- Top-down thrills
- Beautiful V8 soundtrack
- Looks and feels very special
Misses
- One thirsty mama
- Useless rear seats
- Odd transmission clunk at low speeds
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Specs
| Type | ||
| PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION & MULTI-POINT | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 | 3456 - 4969 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 5.0L, 3.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 8, 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 135kW | 264kW - 351kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 7100 | |
| Torque | ||
| 205Nm | 348Nm - 540Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 | 4800 - 4900 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 91.2 | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
