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    Mazda RX-8

    Mazda RX-8 Reviews

    You'll find all our Mazda RX-8 reviews right here. Mazda RX-8 prices range from $12,540 for the RX-8 Luxury to $17,380 for the RX-8 GT.

    Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the RX-8's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.

    The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find Mazda RX-8 dating back as far as 2003.

    Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the Mazda RX-8, you'll find it all here

    Mazda RX-8 Reviews

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    Used Mazda RX-8 review: 2003-2012

    Used Mazda RX-8 review: 2003-2012

    14 Nov 2016 by Ewan Kennedy
    Ewan Kennedy reviews the 2003, 2005, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 Mazda RX-8 as a used buy. Read more
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    Used Mazda RX-8 review: 2003-2012

    Used Mazda RX-8 review: 2003-2012

    24 Dec 2013 by Ewan Kennedy
    Mazda's RX-8 is a pure bred sports machine with many fascinating features. Read more
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    Used Mazda RX8 review: 2003-2008

    Used Mazda RX8 review: 2003-2008

    17 Nov 2011 by Graham Smith
    Mazda has often followed a different path to its rivals. Read more
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    Mazda RX-8 2009 Review

    Mazda RX-8 2009 Review

    21 May 2009 by CarsGuide team
    The RX-8 targets those who are unwilling to purchase a front-drive car, and who enjoy driving a sports car but also require enough practicality for a two-child family.Drivetrain The heart of any RX... Read more
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    Mazda RX-8 2008 review

    Mazda RX-8 2008 review

    11 Sep 2008 by Chris Riley
    It must have taken guts, because the RX-8 is a car like no other, with its unique rotary engine and quirky back doors that open backwards to provide rear access.That's not necessarily a good thing,... Read more
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    Mazda RX-8 GT and Luxury 2008 review

    Mazda RX-8 GT and Luxury 2008 review

    18 Jul 2008 by Derek Ogden
    When it was first launched in Australia in 2003, the Mazda RX-8 was touted as a `sports car like no other'. It still is.With the second generation of the rotary engine powered sports coupe, Mazda is... Read more
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    Mazda RX8 2008 Review

    Mazda RX8 2008 Review

    9 Jul 2008 by Peter Barnwell
    It was - sort of, but added two extra “doors” and didn’t have a turbo engine or the same performance as a 7. It was more refined and practical offering seats for four and a decent boot in the back.... Read more
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    Mazda RX-8 GT 2008 review

    Mazda RX-8 GT 2008 review

    7 Jul 2008 by Paul Pottinger
    That it remains the only mass-produced car on this planet powered by a rotary, rather than a piston, engine is perhaps the least of this.The RX-8 looks as though it was designed by a committee of... Read more
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    Mazda RX-8 2008 review: road test

    Mazda RX-8 2008 review: road test

    2 Jul 2008 by Karla Pincott
    And Mazda has tried to make sure that noise stays around in Australia, with the RX-8 – the only rotary mass production car on the market – selling 5400 since it was first launched in 2003.That’s an... Read more
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    Mazda RX-8 2003 Review

    Mazda RX-8 2003 Review

    19 Jul 2003 by CarsGuide team
    It's the RX-8, which gives new heart and soul to a carmaker that lost its way – and nearly its future – in the 1990s.The RX-8 has the rotary heart and the sports car soul that proves Mazda is on... Read more

    Pricing guides

    $14,960
    Based on third party pricing data
    Lowest Price
    $12,540
    Highest Price
    $17,380
    See all Mazda RX-8 pricing & specs

    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    Luxury 1.3L, PULP, 6 SP AUTO $12,980 – 17,270 2012 Mazda RX-8 Luxury Pricing and Specs
    GT 1.3L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $12,980 – 17,380 2012 Mazda RX-8 GT Pricing and Specs
    See all 2012 Mazda RX-8 in the Range
    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

    Mazda RX-8 News

    Mazda eyes race-car rivalling RX with rotary power back on the table - reports

    Mazda eyes race-car rivalling RX with rotary power back on the table - reports

    12 Aug 2021 by Andrew Chesterton
    How Mazda could revive the rotary sports car to take on the new Toyota Supra and Nissan 400Z

    How Mazda could revive the rotary sports car to take on the new Toyota Supra and Nissan 400Z

    27 Oct 2020 by David Morley
    Mazda's hidden message decoded: "The story of Mazda and rotary is not over"

    Mazda's hidden message decoded: "The story of Mazda and rotary is not over"

    18 Nov 2019 by Andrew Chesterton
    Mazda RX-9 2022 details emerge: Reports

    Mazda RX-9 2022 details emerge: Reports

    22 Sep 2019 by Stephen Ottley
    Australia a key market for Mazda's rotary revival

    Australia a key market for Mazda's rotary revival

    4 Sep 2019 by Stephen Corby
    BMW, Mazda, FCA, Citroen and Peugeot models recalled

    BMW, Mazda, FCA, Citroen and Peugeot models recalled

    14 Sep 2017 by Robbie Wallis
    See all Mazda RX-8 News

    Mazda RX-8 FAQs

    No car is perfect, so we've gathered everything relating to the Mazda RX-8 reliability here to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

    Mazda RX9 - When will Mazda launch the next rotary sport car?

    How to remove a Mazda RX-8 radio?

    BMW, Mazda, FCA, Citroen and Peugeot models recalled

    Mazda RX-8, VW Tiguan and Merc S-Class recalled

    Used Mazda RX-8 review: 2003-2012

    Mazda RX-8 Towing Capacity

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