7.7
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 Lamborghini Huracan Comparison
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Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF
Based on the Lamborghini Huracan
Best suitable for...
Fun
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
80L
1096 to 1120 km
Warranty
5 year
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3 year
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MSRP
$36,090 - $51,120
$384,187 - $422,606
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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
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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
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$595)
- Matte Paint (+$30,030)
- Metallic Paint Special (+$25,470)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | MULTI POINT F/INJ, GASOLINE DIR & MPFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1496 - 1998 | 5204 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 5.2L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | V10 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 40 | |
| Power | ||
| 97kW - 135kW | 470kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 8000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 152Nm - 205Nm | 600Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4500 | 6500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | 12.7 | |
