Be Amazed at the Mazda RX-8 Sports Car Features

The Mazda RX-8 is the 4-door quad coupé sports car successor of the RX-7 that was first introduced in 2002 by Mazda. It is a four-seater car with a rear-wheel-drive layout that was produced from 2002 to 2012 and fitted with a 1.3L 13B Renesis rotary Wankel engine which produced 232 HP through a 6-speed manual transmission, while the 6-speed automatic produced 212 HP.

Interior and Exterior

The RX-8 interior has a unique and special design with its rear seats that can only be open after opening the front doors via two hinged rear half-doors. It has a black sport cloth interior with black polish accents on the steering wheel and doors, a small aluminum rotor shape design on each seat. While the sports version offers manually adjustable seats. It also includes power mirrors controls, power door locks with window locks, a multi-function steering wheel with cruise control as well as a radio set, a multi-function audio system with FM/AM/satellite radio, and a 6-disc CD changer in the center stack. The car has various interior lighting as well as ventilated mirrors and below the audio system is placed the single-zone air conditioning system.

The RX-8 has a wide bumper with halogen headlights, pointed taillights, a spoiler, 2 dual-exhaust, and its unique doors. The RX-8 trim levels came with 19-inch wheels, a revised front bumper, and a rear spoiler as well as double-wishbone, front suspensions, and multi-link suspensions for stability and handling.

Specifications

The RX-8 offer two engine power and torque outputs: 141 KW (192 HP) at 7000 rpm, 220 lb-ft at 5000 rpm accelerating from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 7.2 seconds with a maximum speed of 224 km/h (139 mph); and 170 KW (231 HP) at 8200 rpm, 156 lb-ft at 5500 rpm accelerating from 0-10 km/h (0-62 mph) in 6.4 seconds with a maximum speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). Both engines can be paired with a standard five-speed or six-speed manual gearbox and an optional 4-speed or six-speed automatic gearbox. Most RX-8 fuel consumption on urban roads is around 15.6L/100KM, on the highway is around 8.7L/100KM, and on average it reaches around 11.2L/100KM.

Finally

The Mazda RX-8 is unique, safe, robust, and one of the preferred sports cars for those looking for adventure and an enjoyable driving experience. With its balanced chassis, precise steering, and agile handling, most car enthusiasts definitely will love it. You can check the Mazda RX-8 stocklist to start your purchase now.