Mazda Mx-5 RF 2.0 Skyactiv-G 160 HP – Road test – Road test
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Mazda Mx-5 RF 2.0 Skyactiv-G 160 HP – Road test – Road test
More aggressive, more exclusive, and even slightly quieter. But she's always driving
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The Mazda Mx-5 RF is even more adorable and aggressive than the spider version, and also slightly improves soundproofing. The electrically powered soft top adds a few pounds to the light spider, but it's hard to notice, at least on a quiet ride. Actually, driving pleasure does not change one iota. The Exceed customization is, as always, very complete.
Mazda Mx-5 Retractable Fastaback, the first Miata with a power folding hardtop. Did we feel the need? Maybe not, but I have to admit that the Mazda Mx-5 RF is very beautiful live. When closed, it looks like a full-fledged coupe, and also looks more muscular and exotic; while the opening vaguely resembles one Carrera 911 Targa... Not so much because of the proportions, but because of that fixed rear window, which conveys a sense of security, even when you travel with the sky over your head. The electric hardtop makes the RF more mature and modern than spider version with manual hood. Hardtop by weight costs 45 kg more; not much, after all, because you also get something in terms of comfort, especially on the motorway, and maybe even in winter. The mechanism does its job in just 13 seconds, even on the move, but only up to 10 km / h.
La Mazda Mx-5 RF then it is only available with engine 2.0 Skyactiv-G 160 hp. (of Spiders also with a capacity of 1.5 hp. (130) in the Exceed and Sport trim levels.
CITY
In the city Mazda Mx-5 RF he is not entirely comfortable. Version exceed It hassofter tuning than the Sport version, and this definitely improves it comfortbut the clutch requires some effort, as does the steering. And if you are taller than one meter and eighty, then getting in and out is not very convenient. The good news is that the naturally aspirated Skyactiv-g 2.0 engine is incredibly stable and consumes little, even in the city.
IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
Beauty comes when the curves meet, Mazda Mx-5 RF Exceed – Price: + RUB XNUMXas mentioned, it has a softer tuning than the Sport version and lacks a limited-slip differential. This means it is a little easier to handle, but has less traction in tight corners and less comfortable when oversteering. One way or another, it is less predictable and progressive when it loses grip. The precise steering and superb gear shifting (the mechanical feel that its lever conveys is exemplary), however, make it fantastic to drive at any speed.
The engine is more powerful than the data suggests: elastic, lively, and stretches with a retro metallic bark. Fantastic. The house announces a shot from 0 to 100 km / h in 7,3 seconds and a top speed of 214 km / h, but the Miata is, above all else, a machine that doesn't give a damn about data.
шосе
La Mazda Mx-5 RF in motorway it is reasonable quieter and more comfortable Spider versions, but rolling noise, engine noise and aerodynamic rustling end up annoying. Let's say the "spider experience" remains, even if it's muted. On the other hand, consumption was good, which amounted to about 14 km / l 130 km / h.
LIFE ON BOARD
THE interior of Mazda Mx-5 RF they are identical to those of the spider. We have already said this and confirm: This latest generation Miata has taken a big leap forward in quality, both in terms of design and choice of materials. The dashboard is beautiful to look at and perfectly assembled, its design is much more European than the "japp".
The pain point, like that of a spider, is space. The steering wheel doesn't adjust for depth, so if you're tall, you'll have to push your seat back and grab the handlebars with your arms outstretched. In short, only jockeys can find the perfect fit for the Mx-5. Then There are no storage compartments in the doors and even in the central tunnel, with the exception of a climate-controlled “niche” and a box between the two seats.
Compared to the version with tarpaulin top trunk decreases by only 3 liters, in total 127 liters. Not many, but a couple of carts will fit one on top of the other without any problems.
PRICE AND EXPENSES
La Mazda Mx-5 RF Exceed – Price: + RUB XNUMX coast 31.150 euro, 2.500 euros more than the Spider version with the same setting. The equipment is very rich: Bose stereo system, full LED headlights, cruise control, 17 ”covers, rear parking sensors and more. Excellent fuel consumption: The lightweight and flexible engine means the Mazda Mx-5 RF consumes just 6,6 l / 100 km on the combined cycle.
SECURITY
La Mazda Mx-5 RF got 4 stars for safety in the Euro NCAP test... Good equipment for active and passive safety, but braking can be improved.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
DIMENSIONS
| Length | 392 см |
| width | 174 см |
| height | 124 см |
| the weight | 1130 kg |
| Trunk | 127 liters |
TECHNOLOGY
| engine | In-line 4-cylinder naturally aspirated, 1998 cc |
| Potenza | 160 Cv in 6.000 weights |
| couple | From 200 Nm to 4.600 inputs |
| Traction | posteriore |
| broadcast | 6-speed manual |
WORKING
| 0-100 km / h | 7,3 seconds |
| Velocità Massima | 214 km / h |
| consumption | 6,6 l / 100 km |
| price | 31.150 XNUMX Euros (oversubscription) |
