Mazda MX-5 RF
Mazda MX-5 RF
2WD Manual
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Mazda MX-5 RF vs Porsche 718 Comparison

Overview: MX-5 RF vs Porsche 718

Key Features

Seating Capacity 2 Seats 2 Seats
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 1988 cc
Power 181 hp 300 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.59/5
34 reviews
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20 reviews
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    The new Mazda MX 5 RF is a beastly powerhouse, which I chose not for practicality but because I missed sitting behind the wheel by myself. The power...

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From The Experts

Things we like

Engaging driving experience

Practical retractable hardtop

Modern tech

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Sporty performance

Thrilling driving dynamics 

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Things we don't like

Limited practicality

Becomes nosy sometimes

Performance ceiling

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No changes in looks over its predecessor

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Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 45 L 54 L
Kerb Weight 1119 kg --
Length 3915 mm 4379 mm
Width 1735 mm 1801 mm
Height 1235 mm 1281 mm
Wheel Base 2310 mm 2475 mm
Ground Clearance 135 mm --
No Of Doors 2 2
Seating Capacity 2 Seats 2 Seats
Cargo Volume -- 150 L
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Engine Details

Engine 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0 L Petrol Engine 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection --
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Compression Ratio 13.0:1 --
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Performance

Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 1988 cc
Power 181 hp 300 hp
Torque 205 Nm 380 Nm
RPM At Max Power 7000 RPM --
RPM At Max Torque 4000 RPM --
Acceleration -- 4.4 s
Top Speed -- 275 kmph
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Adjustable
Steering Type Electric Power Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension Double Wishbone MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type -- Coil Spring

Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No --
Drive Type -- RWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 17 Inch --
Tyre Size 205/45 R17 --
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R19 --
Spare Tyre Size 205/45 R17 --
Spare Tyre Material Alloy --
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags No --
Side Airbag-Front Yes No
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Knee Airbags No --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts No No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Front Parking Sensors No --
Rear Parking Sensors Yes --
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No --
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist No --
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor No --
Lane Departure Warning System No --
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes --
Child Safety Locks -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Single Zone Single Zone Yes
Rear A/C Vents No No
Glove Box Cooling No --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No --
Ventilated Rear Seats No --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear No No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control No --
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear No No
Rear Reading Lamp No No
Automatic Headlamps Yes --
Follow Me Home Headlamps No --
Memory Seats No --
Wireless Charger No --
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 8.8 Inch 8.8 Inch --
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes --
Audio System BOSE BOSE --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 9 9 --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Voice Control Yes --
Touch Screen Yes No
CD Player -- Yes
Navigation System -- No
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes --
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 4.6 Inch 4.6 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Adjustable Headrest Yes --
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest No No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest No No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat No No
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather --
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob Yes --
Fabric Upholstery -- No
Leather Seats -- Yes
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes --
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator No Yes
Integrated Antenna No Yes
Power Antenna Yes No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Rear Window Defogger No --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED --
Taillight Type LED LED --
Headlamps Washer No --
Fog Lights Rear Yes --
Roof Carrier No No
Roof Rail No No
Sun Roof No --
Moon Roof No No
Removable Convertible Top Yes Yes
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Opener -- Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener -- Yes
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Mazda MX-5 RF vs Porsche 718 FAQs

Which Car has more power between Mazda MX-5 RF vs Porsche 718?

The Mazda MX-5 RF has power of 181 hp with 205 Nm torque and Porsche 718 has power of 300 hp with 380 Nm torque. Thus making 718 the more powerful as compared to MX-5 RF.

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Which Car has more safety features between Mazda MX-5 RF vs Porsche 718?

MX-5 RF safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert

718 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Tyre Pressure Monitor

The Mazda MX-5 RF has higher number of sefety features than 718, hence Mazda MX-5 RF is more safer than Porsche 718.

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Which Car has more comfort features between MX-5 RF vs 718?

MX-5 RF comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front and Automatic Headlamps

718 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control and Power Windows Front

The Mazda MX-5 RF and Porsche 718 both have same Comfort Features.

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What is MX-5 RF vs 718 dimension size comparison?

The MX-5 RF dimension are 3915 mm length, 1735 mm width, 1235 mm height while the 718 Dimensions are 4379 mm length, 1801 mm width, 1281 mm height. Hence, the 718 is more longer, 718 is more wider and 718 is more higher.

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