This car shocked me! 2024 Mazda MX-5 Manual Full Review

I go to Mazda Canada to pick up a new refreshed 2024 MX-5 Manual for the week.

I was blessed last year to be able to borrow an RF, which I thought I'd prefer since I own a small light weight coupe, but I jumped at the opportunity to drive the car that shocked me in refreshed convertible form this year!

I never understood why people liked this unassuming, relatively inexpensive little sports car so much until I drove one. Since then it is has become my new benchmark for all other cars to meet.

I dare anyone to say that there is a better driving experience out there - aside from a low volume hyper car, or something even more impractical like a BAC Mono or equivalent cool mini race car.

I look to show you why I now measure all other driving experiences against this legendary car and why the refresh has made it even more fun to drive.

Let's go!

0:00 introduction
0:48 walk around - exterior updates
3:46 walk around - engine and performance
7:28 walk around - trunk and practicality
9:39 walk around - interior
11:30 walk around - infotainment
14:03 acceleration and braking test
16:07 highway test
19:12 night time test
19:24 handling test
20:18 top down test
23:34 final thoughts

Let's go!

2023 MX-5 RF Manual Full Review

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NOTE: I try to source my specs from the manufacturer first and then resort to the most reputable journalists who professionally tested the vehicle after them. That said, I have the memory of a gold fish and often misquote information so please do your own research if you can.

Also, I believe in following the laws of the road and that stunt driving should be left to the professionals and not me. I try my best on or off camera, like everyone else, to comply, because it helps keep us all safer.

Thanks for watching and I will see you again next time!