Mazda RX-8 2005 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2005 Mazda RX-8? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2005 Mazda RX-8 issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2005 Mazda RX-8 in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Heart wants RX8
Answered by Graham Smith · 13 Oct 2005

BUY the RX8. Rotary engines are typically heavier on fuel than a four-cylinder engine, and your V8 comparison is probably correct. They have also been a little heavier on oil than a piston engine, but that's not a problem. The RX8 is a high-performance sports car and needs oils that protect it against hard driving.

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