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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
Mazda MX-5 vs BMW i4 Comparison
Mazda MX-5
BMW i4
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2024 Mazda
MX-5
vs
2024 BMW
i4
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How they stack...
Best suitable for...
City driving
Fun
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
45L
275 to 410 km
NA
Warranty
5 year
warranty
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5 year
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warranty
MSRP
$36,090 - $56,140
$85,900 - $133,900
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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
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Plenty of performance for a base model
- Wants for very little on the spec sheet
- Real-world efficiency is competitive
Misses
- Smaller battery eats into usable range
- Heated seats are an option
- Rear packaging shows ICE origins
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)
- Metallic Paint (+$2,000)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1496 - 1998 | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 0.0 | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 97kW - 135kW | 210kW - 400kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 152Nm - 205Nm | 400Nm - 795Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4500 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 | - | |
