History/Overview
The MX-5 RF is what Mazda calls its tiny roadster when fitted with a folding hard roof in place of the standard model’s fabric top. Introduced in 2018, the RF adds refinement to a car already beloved for its fun driving dynamics.
What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year
The sole change for 2023 is the removal of the Exclusive Package from the GT trim with manual transmission; it remains available in cars with the automatic.
Available Trims
Mazda offers the MX-5 RF in GS-P and GT trim levels. Both are powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder engine and a standard six-speed manual transmission that you can option to a six-speed automatic.
Standard Features
GS-P features include 17-inch alloy wheels, heated side mirrors, auto-levelling LED headlights, LED taillights, and rain-sensing wipers. Inside, you get a 7.0-inch touchscreen, nine-speaker audio, manual A/C, cruise control, passive keyless entry, and heated seats.
The base safety package comprises forward collision mitigation, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, and automatic high beams.
GT trim adds gunmetal wheels, traffic sign recognition, auto-dimming mirrors, adaptive headlights, navigation, satellite radio, automatic A/C, and an integrated garage remote.
Key Options
A GS-P sport package adds dark wheels, Brembo front brakes with red calipers, and sport seats in Nappa and Alcantara.
GT options include a white Nappa interior; an Exclusive package of a black roof and terracotta Nappa upholstery; and a Grand Sport bundle that builds on the Exclusive pack with dark wheels, Brembo front brakes, and red brake calipers.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption estimates are 9.0/7.0 L/100 km (city/highway) with the stickshift, and 9.0/6.6 L/100 km for automatic models.
Competition
The MX-5’s closest competitor is the Mini Cooper convertible; if the drop top isn’t a dealbreaker, consider the Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR 86.
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