Porsche 718 vs Mazda MX-5 Comparison

    Porsche 718

    Mazda MX-5

    2025 Porsche
    718
    vs
    2025 Mazda
    MX-5
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Rating
    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
    Read the 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman review
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    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
    Read the 2024 Mazda MX-5 RF GT review
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    Based on the Porsche 718 CAYMAN STYLE EDITION
    Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
    Best suitable for...
    City drivingCity driving
    FunFun
    LuxuryLuxury
    Fuel Efficiency
    64L
    442 to 723 km
    45L
    306 to 324 km
    Warranty
    3 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $131,400 - $334,200
    $41,210 - $57,220
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    CarExpert's Take

    Anthony Crawford
    Senior Road Tester
    Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • The benchmark entry-level sports car
    • Turns more heads than a base 911
    • Next-gen is electric, so it's a collectable
    Misses
    • Exhaust note is still uninspiring at 5000rpm
    • Storage space in the cabin is tight
    • Infotainment hardware is almost a decade old
    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

    Specs

    Type
    PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTIONPETROL DIRECT INJECTION
    Size (cc)
    1988 - 39961998
    Size (L)
    4.0L, 2.5L, 2.0L2.0L
    Cylinders
    6, 44
    Camshaft
    DUAL OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16 - 2416
    Power
    220kW - 368kW135kW
    Power RPM
    6500 - 84007000
    Torque
    380Nm - 450Nm205Nm
    Torque RPM
    1900 - 50004000
    Bore Stroke
    -91.2
    Compression Ratio
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