2006 Mazda RX-8 Summary

2006 Mazda RX-8

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2006 Mazda RX-8

Kelley Blue Book Retail $9,600–$11,350  

MPG City: 18 Highway: 24 – 25

Available Engines

212-hp, 1.3-liter Rotary (premium)
232-hp, 1.3-liter Rotary (premium)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.8) 12 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

Rotary engine
Shapely styling
Rear-hinged half doors
50/50 weight distribution
Optional navigation system
 

What We Like

+Price and refinement
+Smooth ride for a sports car
+Easy-shifting manual
+Easy backseat entry
+Cocoonlike front seats
 

What We Don't

-Overly civilized sports car
-Tight rear-seat legroom
-Small trunk opening
 
Mazda revived its rotary engine for 2004 when the company tucked it into a sports car with four doors. Available with a manual or automatic transmission, the RX-8 combines an urbane driving experience with the vitality of rotary-engine power. For 2006, RX-8s with automatic transmissions receive significant drivetrain upgrades.  Read More

2 Available RX-8 Trims

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    Original MSRP
6-Speed Sport Automatic 4dr Coupe
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$26,435
6 Speed Manual 4dr Coupe
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$26,435
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