2023 Mazda MX-5 RF review
The MX-5 RF offers the superb dynamics we've long come to expect of Mazda's iconic sports car, but we'd personally prefer the soft-top.
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William Stopford
2022 Mazda MX-5 vs 2024 Ford Mustang Comparison
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CarExpert Rating
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
Based on the Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8
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Fun
City drivingFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
59L - 61L
502 to 946 km
Warranty
5 year
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MSRP
$36,090 - $51,120
$65,290 - $75,990
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CarExpert's Take
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
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 | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1496 - 1998 | 2261 - 5038 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 5.0L, 2.3L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| INLINE 4 | V8, TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 97kW - 135kW | 224kW - 349kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 5400 - 7250 | |
| Torque | ||
| 152Nm - 205Nm | 441Nm - 556Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4500 | 3000 - 4850 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | 9.5 - 11 | |
