Guide Note

The Mazda RX-8 is a sports car from Ford's Japanese subsidiary Mazda.

Fast Facts

1. Class: Mid-range Sports
2. Passengers: 4
3. Engine: 1.3 Liter rotary
4. Transmission: 6-speed manual, 6-speed auto
5. Fuel Efficiency: 16/23 mpg
6. Power: 212 HP (auto), 232 HP (manual)
7. Torque: 159 lb-ft (both transmissions)
8. MSRP: $26,435 - 32,070

• "The rotary engine that makes this car unique is its biggest liability, however. It feels underpowered and delivers subpar fuel economy. Interior comfort also fails to impress, and lofty sticker prices further diminish this sporty car's appeal."—ConsumerGuide¹

• "Though the rotary could use more power, its light weight endows the RX-8 with a near perfect balance and brilliant transient response."—Car and Driver²

• "Providing sports car performance along with four-passenger capacity, the 2008 Mazda RX-8 would be the ultimate in a practical sports car were it not for its disappointing fuel mileage and lack of torque."—Edmunds.com³

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