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Mazda RX-8

All Mazda Vehicles

Model Generations

2004-2011

2004 Model Redesign Year

Introduced for 2004, the RX-8 is a sporty coupe successor to the RX-7 with a Wankel rotary engine. While acceleration is not explosive, it is exceptionally smooth and responsive -- provided you keep the engine at mid-revs, which becomes natural and sounds invigorating. Handling is super agile, with quick, communicative steering. This truly fun-to-drive sports car doesn't beat you up and seats four. The rear-hinged rear doors make back seat access relatively easy. Fuel economy of 18 mpg was disappointing.

2011 Mazda RX-8

$5,025 - $6,225

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2010 Mazda RX-8

$4,700 - $5,175

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2009 Mazda RX-8

$4,400 - $4,850

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2008 Mazda RX-8

$3,275 - $3,500

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2007 Mazda RX-8

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2006 Mazda RX-8

$3,100 - $3,825

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2005 Mazda RX-8

$3,100 - $3,800

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2004 Mazda RX-8

$3,100 - $3,150

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

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