> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.roadblazing.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF - Re-Driven Kinematic -ally - URL: https://www.roadblazing.com/2022-mazda-mx-5-miata-rf-re-driven-kinematic-ally/ - Published: 2022-09-09T15:00:00.000Z - Updated: 2024-05-15T03:08:55.000Z - Author: Tomasz Paluch - Tags: Convertibles, Coupes ### *SLIDING TOP STEED BRAKES FOR POSTURE*: Physicians and parents have warned of the significance of sitting up straight without slouching. Automaker Mazda can now be added the list of posture prognosticators, a paradox from the automotive brand which prides itself on building road traveling machines that make taking the long winding journey desirable. Other than being offered in a new milky grey hue, skin deep the **2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata** looks just like its[ **2021 ND roadster ancestor**](https://www.roadblazing.com/2020-mazda-mx-5-miata-rf-re-driven-with-retractable-targa-top/). Yet, some brake trickery below the sleek surface continues to improved this breed of steed, while heeding good chiropractic advice. #### **2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring RF* Driving Hits:* - Short throw, close ratio 6-speed close ratio manual has positive action (opt. 6-speed automatic w/ steering wheel shift paddles = $325) - Relatively light clutch pedal travel disengages at comfortable height - **√** Flexibility of torque (155 lb-ft) at under 4000 rpm - **√** 181 hp squeezed out of 2.0L Skyactiv-G DOHC inline-4 ![2019 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring: revised twin cam I-4 powerplant = 180 hp, 155 lb-ft](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2019/08/RB-2019-Mazda-MX-5-Grand-Touring-engine-P1370595-bc.jpg) 2019 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring: revised twin cam I-4 powerplant = 180 hp, 155 lb-ft - Weight distribution improves to 51/ 49% Front/ Rear from MX-5 Soft Top - 29 combined miles per gallon in a genuine sport roadster - Runs on 87 regular octane gas - 435 miles fuel tank range - **NEW FOR '22**: - **√** Kinematic Posture Control (**KPC**). During cornering brakes are slightly applied at the rear corner opposite direction of turn to combat tail lift. As a result body roll is reduced without resorting to harsher damping. - **IMPROVED FOR '22** - Ride Quality: Bilstein dampers in conjunction with KPC provides more generous ride compliance - Model of electric steering assist which allows road feel in - Limited slip differential provides turn with barest oversteer powering out of corner - Short brake pedal travel modulates responsively - Bridgestone Potenza S001 three season performance gumballs grip without being easily overtaxed - Ingot like build enhanced by engine bay shock tower braces - Hard retracting targa top roof operates in 13 second - Less interstate road and wind noise than [**MX-5 soft top**](https://www.roadblazing.com/2019-mazda-mx-5-grand-touring-bottom-line-review/) ![2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: one touch retractable folding hard top operates within 13 seconds at up to 6 mph](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2022/09/RB-2022-Mazda-MX-5-Miata-RF-ext-side-004c.jpg) 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: one touch retractable folding hard top operates within 13 seconds at up to 6 mph #### **2022 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring RF* Driving Misses:* - Exhaust sounds don't impress - 115 pounds heavier than MX-5 soft top - Roof operates limited to maximum speed of 6 miles per hour #### *What It Has Got:* - Pricing: from $28,315 for a 2022 Mazda MX-5 Sport w/ 6-speed manual transmission and cloth top*;* **$36,715** (incl. destination) for the as-tested Platinum Quartz Metallic, 6-speed manual **2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring RF**. - Muscular fenders and rear quarter panels, thin wisp headlamps peeking from under clamshell hood overhangs, pronounced Coke bottle fuselage and round taillamps with raceway LED arrow bezels makes for a sharp creased aggressive **4th Generation ND MX-5 Miata** ![2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: exhibiting a rich silver sheen alit at night](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2022/09/RB-2022-Mazda-MX-5-Miata-RF-night-ext-fr-rr-003c.jpg) 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: exhibiting a rich silver sheen alit at night - ELD analog sport gauges with 4.6" color MFD - Sport bucket have good torso support for road course support and long seat cushions for cruising comfort - Accommodates 2 adults (roof closed) and two small duffel bags - Above par standard feature set on RF models - Keyless entry and push button ignition - Cruise control - Power windows express down, heated side mirrors - Glass backlight w/ rear window defroster - LED headlights - Heated sport bucket seats - Leather tilt, telescoping steering, gearshift lever, parking hand-brake ![2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: new for '22 Terracotta cross stitched heated leather seats](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2022/09/RB-2022-Mazda-MX-5-Miata-RF-seats-driver-P2400279-bc.jpg) 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: new for '22 Terracotta cross stitched heated leather seats - 7.0" color LCD touch and Mazda Connect rotary dial remote control media display - Bose 9-speaker radio including headrest speakers HD radio streaming audio - Bluetooth hands-free communication - Android Auto, Apple Car Play phone projection - MazdaConnect Apps (HD traffic, Doppler weather radar, Pandora streaming radio) - dual USB-A connections ![2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: Think classic 1960's British roadster with modern accoutrements for that Jinb Ittai "Rider with Steed" experience.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2022/09/RB-2022-Mazda-MX-5-RF-cockpit-nav-IMG20220815164830-bc.jpg) 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF: Think classic 1960's British roadster with modern accoutrements for that Jinb Ittai "Rider with Steed" experience. - Acceptably good safety features & ratings - Driver assist safety (i-ActiveSense) - Smart city low speed braking, blind spot, rear cross traffic & lane departure warning - 3 years / 36,000 miles bumper to bumper, 5 years / 60k mi powertrain warranties #### *What the *2022 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring RF* Has Not (or Not Preferred):* - Super large, tall (> 6'3"), or arthitic may not want to apply for admittance - No seat height adjustment - Limited steering wheel reach adjustment - Small forward center console wireless device tray - Shallow center console aft storage bin - Locking glovebox is between the seat backs - No door pockets - Small 4.5 cu. ft. trunk. With a little luck and an adult sitting on the lid, 2 lightly packed 20" roll-aboard suitcases might squeeze in. - Cup holders attach in center console and front passenger transmission tunnel slots - Infotainment laggy, touch control only available with vehicle stationary #### *NEW to *Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring RF* for *2022 MY**: #### *Standout Cool *2022 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring RF* Feature(s)*: - Android Auto mobile phone projection apps - New lattice slat lower front fascia grille (replacing horizontal bars) - Adaptive turning headlights & automatic high beams - Automatic climate control w/ oversized knurled metallic rotary knobs - Heated Terracotta cross stitched leather seating - Tan on black cabin & door panel contrast cross stitching - Rain sensing windshield wipers - Self-dimming wing mirrors in body matching color - Self dimming rear view mirror w/ Homelink garage door remote - 17" smoked silver alloy wheels - Bridgestone Potenza S001 three season high performance tires #### Roadblazing.com Says: *Miata is still in a league of its own for relatively affordable retractable hard top al fresco enthusiast sport coupes.* #### [2019 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring - Bottom Line ReviewMore than one century ago the earliest automobiles earned the nickname \[or mockery\] “Horseless carriages.” In the years since, driving has developed into a less sensory, more automated human activity. Responding to the trend of motoring disconnect, in 1989 Japanese automaker Mazda arrived at the Chicago Auto Show responded with![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w256h256/2024/05/rb-wheel500.png)RoadBlazingGeorge Straton![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w1200/2024/05/RB-2019-Mazda-MX-5-Grand-Touring-ext-td-fr-P1370187-ab-1.jpg)](https://www.roadblazing.com/2019-mazda-mx-5-grand-touring-bottom-line-review/)