After being announced with great fanfare a year ago, the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF has arrived for the 2017 model year. With its retractable roof that takes only 13 seconds to go down and its sporty design, lovers of small, peppy, fun cars can rejoice.
It comes in three trim levels: Club, Grand Touring and Launch Edition.
The MX-5 RF has an exotic appearance that makes it stand out from the crowd. With body lines that convey motion and fluidity, the hardtop design is evocative of European sports cars that cost a pretty penny more. The rear features circular taillights and a dual-exhaust tip and the front end has stylish LED headlights.
A sport-tuned suspension, power side mirrors, rear spoiler and 17-inch aluminum wheels are standard. Optional on the Grand Touring is a softer suspension and adaptive headlights. Other options include sporty side and rear skirts, Brembo brakes and unique 17-inch alloy wheels are also available.
The power plant of the MX-5 RF is 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that makes 155 horsepower and is linked to a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Fuel economy for the manual version is rated at 26 mpg city, 33 highway. The automatic is rated at 26 and 35.
The MX-5 RF comes standard with an upscale cloth interior with contrast stitching and Alcantara trim. The center console has a Mazda Connect multimedia system that includes a 4.6-inch display, Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port and a Bose premium audio system. Optional is a navigation system. Other options include air conditioning, power windows/locks, remote keyless entry, push-button start, cruise control, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Leather-trim upholstery, heated seats and automatic climate control are also offered.
Please note, though, that this car is designed for people who are, at most, about 5 ft. 10 in. If you are taller than that, you have no business driving this car. At 6 ft. 6 in., we struggled mightily to get in and fit in and drive comfortably.
The MX-5 RF is priced starting at around $32,000 and ranging to about $34,500.
For a small, sporty car that stands out, the MX-5 RF is worth a look.
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