Mazda MX-5 RF
Mazda MX-5 RF
2WD Manual
RM 293,000
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Subaru WRX Wagon
Subaru WRX Wagon
2.4L GT-S EyeSight CVT
RM 285,245
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Mazda MX-5 RF vs Subaru WRX Wagon Comparison

The detailed Cars comparison of Mazda MX-5 RF and Subaru WRX Wagon, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Mazda MX-5 RF priced at RM 293,000 while the Subaru WRX Wagon Cars has a price tag of RM 285,245. Comparing the technical specifications, Subaru WRX Wagon engine displacement is 2398 while the Mazda MX-5 RF houses a 1998 engine.

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Overview: MX-5 RF vs WRX Wagon

Key Features

Seating Capacity 2 Seats 5 Seats
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 2398 cc
Power 181 hp 271 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.59/5
34 reviews
4.27/5
11 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • A tool, not a toy

    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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    Faizal Dec 15, 2025 for Mazda MX-5 RF
  • Easy to manage, good visibility

    I live in a crowded city with hefty traffic, so I was a bit worried a wagon might feel bulky and difficult to manage. However, I was surprised as the...

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    faizin Sep 15, 2025 for Subaru WRX Wagon

From The Experts

Things we like

Engaging driving experience

Practical retractable hardtop

Modern tech

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Practical and spacious cabin

Agile handling

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Things we don't like

Limited practicality

Becomes nosy sometimes

Performance ceiling

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No automatic transmission

Slightly-dated instrument console

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Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 45 L --
Kerb Weight 1119 kg --
Length 3915 mm 4755 mm
Width 1735 mm 1795 mm
Height 1235 mm 1500 mm
Wheel Base 2310 mm 2670 mm
Ground Clearance 135 mm --
No Of Doors 2 5
Seating Capacity 2 Seats 5 Seats
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Engine Details

Engine 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection --
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Compression Ratio 13.0:1 --
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Performance

Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 2398 cc
Power 181 hp 271 hp
Torque 205 Nm 375 Nm
RPM At Max Power 7000 RPM --
RPM At Max Torque 4000 RPM --
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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 Discs
Front Suspension Double Wishbone MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Double Wishbone

Transmission

Transmission Type Manual CVT
Gear Box 6-Speed Variable Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No --
Drive Type -- AWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 17 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Size 205/45 R17 215/55 R18
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R19 R18
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 Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear No --
Knee Airbags No --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts No Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors No --
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No --
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist No 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 No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes --
Child Safety Locks -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- 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 Yes
Glove Box Cooling No No
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No --
Ventilated Rear Seats No 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 Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control No Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear No Yes
Rear Reading Lamp No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes --
Follow Me Home Headlamps No --
Memory Seats No No
Wireless Charger No --
Vanity Mirror -- Yes
Head-Up Display -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 8.8 Inch 8.8 Inch --
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes 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 No
Voice Control Yes Yes
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Navigation System -- Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes 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 Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest No Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest No Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat No Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather Leather Leather
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob Yes --
Electric Adjustable Seats -- Yes
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes 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 Yes
Rear Window Washer No --
Rear Window Defogger No Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Headlamps Washer No --
Fog Lights Rear Yes --
Roof Carrier No --
Roof Rail No --
Sun Roof No --
Moon Roof No --
Removable Convertible Top Yes No
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
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Interior

Sun Visors -- Yes

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Mazda MX-5 RF vs Subaru WRX Wagon FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Mazda MX-5 RF vs Subaru WRX Wagon?

MX-5 RF is priced at RM 293,000 and WRX Wagon is priced at RM 285,245. Hence WRX Wagon is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Which Car has more power between Mazda MX-5 RF vs Subaru WRX Wagon?

The Mazda MX-5 RF has power of 181 hp with 205 Nm torque and Subaru WRX Wagon has power of 271 hp with 375 Nm torque. Thus making WRX Wagon 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 Subaru WRX Wagon?

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

WRX Wagon safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The Subaru WRX Wagon has higher number of sefety features than MX-5 RF, hence Subaru WRX Wagon is more safer than Mazda MX-5 RF.

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

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

WRX Wagon comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp and Vanity Mirror

The Subaru WRX Wagon has higher number of comfort features than MX-5 RF, hence Subaru WRX Wagon is more comfortable than Mazda MX-5 RF.

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What is MX-5 RF vs WRX Wagon dimension size comparison?

The MX-5 RF dimension are 3915 mm length, 1735 mm width, 1235 mm height while the WRX Wagon Dimensions are 4755 mm length, 1795 mm width, 1500 mm height. Hence, the WRX Wagon is more longer, WRX Wagon is more wider and WRX Wagon is more higher.

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