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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
2024 Mazda MX-5 vs 2022 McLaren 720S Comparison
Mazda MX-5
McLaren 720S
2024 Mazda
MX-5
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2022 McLaren
720S
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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 McLaren 720S SPIDER
Best suitable for...
Fun
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
311 to 410 km
72L
792 km
Warranty
5 year
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3 year
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MSRP
$41,520 - $56,140
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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
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Outrageously fast and confidence-inspiring
- The handling surpasses any of its rivals
- Ride compliance is excellent without compromising cornering prowess
Misses
- Exhaust note not as thrilling as a Lamborghini Huracan
- Residual values still fall short of Ferrari
- It's pricey against rivals
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 (+$495)
- Active Rear Spoiler - Carbon Fibre (+$18,720)
- Alloy Wheels Special (+$8,480)
- Alloy Wheels - Premium (+$12,080)
- Black Pack (+$15,380)
- B Pillar Outer - Carbon Fibre (+$6,100)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | TWIN TURBO MPFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 | 3994 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | TWIN TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 135kW | 530kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 7500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 205Nm | 770Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 | 5500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | 8.7 | |
