Grand Touring (RF) RWD
What the Grand Touring (RF) adds over the Sport
| Spec | Sport | Grand Touring (RF) |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 4.6 cu-ft | 4.5 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2403 lbs | 2496 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2341 lbs | 2452 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.9 in | 5.3 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 2745 lbs | 2892 lbs |
| Front headroom | 37.4 in | 36.8 in |
| Overall height | 48.6 in | 49 in |
| Tire size | P195/50 R16 high-performance summer | P205/45 R17 high-performance summer |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 17 in |
| Wheel width | 6 in | 7 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 17 x 7 inch aluminum alloy wheels, dark silver, 205/45 R17 high-performance summer tires, Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), Antenna, trunk lid-mounted "shark fin", Auto-dimming driver-side mirror, Auto-dimming rear view mirror with Homelink®, Automatic air conditioning, BOSE® Audio System with 9 Speakers, including driver and passenger headrest speakers and subwoofer (AudioPilot™), Body-color heated side mirrors, Center console vinyl leather, Cloth lining on convertible top, Convertible top, black cloth with cloth lining, Daytime running lights - LED, Door Sill Trim Plates (Black Plastic w/stainless insert), Door Trim - Vinyl leather w/body-color upper, Door pull handle cap - Bright, Engine start switch with bright ring, Front shock tower brace (not available for AT models), Headlight - auto on/off, Heated leather-trimmed seats, Heated seats w/3 settings, Heater control dial - Bright ilo black, High Beam Control, IP lower panel - Vinyl leather ilo plastic, Limited-slip rear differential (not available for AT models), Mazda navigation system, Mirrors, heated, Rear console lid - Vinyl leather ilo plastic, Seat back bar trim - piano black, SiriusXM® 3 year traffic and travellink subscription, SiriusXM® satellite radio w/ 3-month trial n/a AK & HI, Sport-tuned suspension with Bilstein® dampers (not available for AT models), Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), Vent louver bezel - Bright ilo black, Wind blocker - transparent, Wiper, Design Blade, Wipers, intermittent w/adjustable timing and rain sensor, Wireless Apple CarPlay™
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | 11-in. vented discs w/single-piston calipers |
| Rear brake type | 11-in. solid discs w/single-piston aluminum calipers |
| Parking brake type | Mechanical (lever type) |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 4.5 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | MAZDA CONNECT |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 3 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in |
| Overall height | 49 in |
| Overall length | 154.1 in |
| Overall width | 68.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 90.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1998 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Electronically controlled fuel injection |
| Engine type (full description) | SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT |
| Valve configuration | Chain-driven dual overhead cams, 4 valves per cylinder with variable intake valve timing |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 181 hp |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.9 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 36.8 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.1 in |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 52.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and Pinion / Double pinion electric power assist (DP-EPAS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 15.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | P205/45 R17 high-performance summer |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 2.866 (MT) / 3.583 (AT) |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2496 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2452 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 2892 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety16 std · 0 opt
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Dual front airbags
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
- Rearview Camera
- Side-impact airbags
- Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) w/ Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) with Brake Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Traction Control
- High Beam Control
- Side-impact door beams
- Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
- Three point safety belts with pretensioners and force limiters
- Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
- Anti-theft engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment15 std · 1 opt
- Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay™ integration
- Auxiliary audio input jack
- BOSE® Audio System with 9 Speakers, including driver and passenger headrest speakers and subwoofer (AudioPilot™)
- Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio
- Color touchscreen display
- HD radio™
- MAZDA CONNECT™ infotainment system
- Mazda navigation system
- Multi-Function Commander Control
- SiriusXM® 3 year traffic and travellink subscription
- SiriusXM® satellite radio w/ 3-month trial n/a AK & HI
- Speed-sensing audio volume control system
- Steering wheel mounted audio & speed controls
- USB audio input (2)
- Wireless Apple CarPlay™
- Transmission, 6-speed AT with paddle shifters optional
Convenience8 std · 0 opt
- 12V power outlet
- Cruise control
- Fuel lid lock connected to door locks
- Mazda Advanced keyless entry (New Design)
- Power door locks
- Power windows with one-touch down feature
- Push button ignition
- Remote trunk lid release
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Automatic air conditioning
Seating2 std · 1 opt
- Heated seats w/3 settings
- Heated leather-trimmed seats
- Upholstery, leather (Terracotta Nappa with light gray stitch) optional
Interior28 std · 0 opt
- Auto-dimming rear view mirror with Homelink®
- 3-Spoke leather steering wheel
- Center console vinyl leather
- Cloth lining on convertible top
- Coolant-temperature gauge
- Courtesy light on windshield header
- Door Sill Trim Plates (Black Plastic w/stainless insert)
- Door Trim - Vinyl leather w/body-color upper
- Door pull handle cap - Bright
- Driver and passenger back panel covered storage box
- Dual cup holders (removable)
- Engine start switch with bright ring
- Foot rest - driver
- Gauge rings - Bright
- Heater control dial - Bright ilo black
- IP lower panel - Vinyl leather ilo plastic
- Leather-trimmed parking brake
- Leather-trimmed shift knob
- Lockable center rear storage console
- Meter Ring - Bright
- Mirror, vanity / driver & passenger
- Padded door armrests
- Rear console lid - Vinyl leather ilo plastic
- Vent louver bezel - Bright ilo black
- Wind blocker - transparent
- Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel
- Floor mats, carpeted
- Trip computer (distance to empty, avg. fuel econ., current fuel economy and avg. vehicle speed)
Exterior22 std · 0 opt
- LED headlamps
- 17 x 7 inch aluminum alloy wheels, dark silver
- 205/45 R17 high-performance summer tires
- Aluminum front fenders, hood and trunk lid
- Antenna, rear fender mounted
- Antenna, trunk lid-mounted "shark fin"
- Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
- Body-color door handle and front & rear bumpers
- Body-color heated side mirrors
- Convertible top, black cloth with cloth lining
- Daytime running lights - LED
- Dual exhaust outlets - silver
- HPR windshield
- Mirrors, heated
- Seat back bar trim - piano black
- Tail lights - LED
- Tire puncture repair kit
- Windshield, solar-control/tinted (green)
- Wiper, Design Blade
- Wipers, intermittent w/adjustable timing and rain sensor
- Glass rear window with defogger
- Headlight - auto on/off
Powertrain6 std · 1 opt
- Aluminum Power Plant Frame (PPF)
- Induction Sound Enhancer
- Limited-slip rear differential (not available for AT models)
- Low-inertia dual-mass flywheel
- SKYACTIV®-MT 6-Speed manual transmission w/ short-throw shifter
- Skyactiv®-g 2.0L DOHC 16-VALVE I4 VVT
- Manual-shift mode and sport mode on AT optional
Chassis12 std · 0 opt
- Advanced Front Midship Layout
- Dampers (Shock absorbers), gas filled monotube (front and rear)
- Front & rear stabilizer bars
- Front double wishbone suspension with aluminum arms and monotube dampers
- Front shock tower brace (not available for AT models)
- Front ventilated disc brakes
- KPC
- Power-assist 4-wheel disc brakes
- Rear disc brakes with aluminum calipers
- Rear multi-link suspension with aluminum bearing support and monotube dampers
- Sport-tuned suspension with Bilstein® dampers (not available for AT models)
- Steering - Double-Pinion Electric Power Assist Steering (DP-EPAS)
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 MX-5. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Grand Touring (RF)
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring (RF) add over the Sport?
Against the Sport, 38 features become standard that the Sport does not and 10 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.