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Old 04-24-2017, 08:19 PM   #5
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I test drove the RF and really liked it but the one I drove was close to $35,000. I didn't love it enough to spend that much. That's entering WRX STI territory. Wish it had the Recaro seats they get in Europe and a telescoping steering wheel. In the end, the price and lack of practicality caused me to keep my FRS.


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Overview (Episode premieres sometime Wednesday, speculation for now, ill update accordingly)

2017 Toyota 86
MSRP: $26,255 as tested: ~$26,854? USD
MPG: 21 city / 28 highway
Horsepower: 205 hp @ 7,000 rpm, Torque: 156 lb-ft
Engine: 2.0 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 2,760 lbs
Dimensions: 167″ L x 70″ W x 51″ H
Tire size: P215/45R17
Option(s) equipped:
Fog Lights $599

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF club
MSRP: $32,720 as tested: ~$36,130? USD
MPG: 27 city / 34 highway
Horsepower: 155 hp @ 6,000 rpm, Torque: 148 lb-ft
Engine: 2.0 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 2,445 lbs
Dimensions: 154″ L x 68″ W x 49″ H
Tire size: P205/45R17
Option(s) equipped:
Brembo/BBS Package $3400


Why would they not test a '17 BRZ LTD with STI lip kit and PP to make this a fair fight? I dont know

What are your guy's thoughts or predictions? Which car is going to have the best lap time? Better back-roads carver or city driving? Do we have people here who have driven the RF as well as a '17 86/BRZ?
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