2024 Lexus LC vs 2022 Mazda MX-5 Comparison

    Lexus LC

    Mazda MX-5

    2024 Lexus
    LC
    vs
    2022 Mazda
    MX-5
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
    0.0
    8.2
    7.7
    0.0
    Based on the Lexus LC BASE MODEL
    Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
    Best suitable for...
    LuxuryLuxury
    City drivingCity driving
    FunFun
    Fuel Efficiency
    82L
    951 to 1041 km
    45L
    275 to 410 km
    Warranty
    4 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $203,550 - $218,550
    $36,090 - $51,120
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    CarExpert's Take

    Jack Quick
    Assistant Production Editor
    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
    William Stopford
    News Editor
    William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Superb handling
    • Excellent transmission and steering
    • Simplicity
    Misses
    • RF loses the classic open-top feel of the Roadster
    • Dated infotainment
    • Lack of cabin storage

    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

    NA
    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$595)

    Specs

    Type
    DIRECT FUEL INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJGASOLINE DIRECT INJ
    Size (cc)
    49691496 - 1998
    Size (L)
    5.0L2.0L, 1.5L
    Induction
    V8INLINE 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    3216
    Power
    351kW97kW - 135kW
    Power RPM
    71007000
    Torque
    540Nm152Nm - 205Nm
    Torque RPM
    48004000 - 4500
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    12.313

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