2011 Mazda RX-8 Summary

2011 Mazda RX-8

Change
2011 Mazda RX-8 4dr Coupe shown
See all Photos

2011 Mazda RX-8

Kelley Blue Book Retail $16,200–$19,650  

MPG City: 16 Highway: 22 – 23

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) 5 consumer reviews

Side-by-Side Comparison

People Who Viewed This Car Also Viewed

Choose up to three models to compare to the 2011 Mazda RX-8.

Compare Side-by-Side
2008 Acura TSX

2008 Acura TSX

Kelley Blue Book Retail
$16,950 - $16,950

2006 Infiniti FX45

2006 Infiniti FX45

Kelley Blue Book Retail
$21,400 - $21,400

2005 Toyota Highlander

2005 Toyota Highlander

Kelley Blue Book Retail
$12,350 - $14,250

Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

Final model year
1.3-liter rotary engine
9,000-rpm engine redline (manual transmission)
Rear-hinged half-doors
Seats four
 

What We Like

Short-throw shifter
Handling balance
Firm but tolerable suspension tuning
Backseat access
Decent-sized backseat

What We Don't

Modest power for a sports car
Gas mileage
Tire noise on the highway
Minimal backseat legroom
Over-left-shoulder visibility
Limited headroom with moonroof

Mazda's RX-8 received minor exterior and interior updates for 2009, which is when the rotary-powered sports car gained an R3 sport package. Competitors include the Mitsubishi Eclipse and Nissan 370Z.

Read More

3 Available RX-8 Trims

Select a trim name below for detailed specifications

    Original MSRP
Sport 4dr Coupe
See Specs
$26,795
Grand Touring 4dr Coupe
See Specs
$32,260
R3 4dr Coupe
See Specs
$32,290
Select one or more trims to compare
Change Location

Closest Dealers Listing this Car in ZIP 07095

Calculate Your Monthly Payment

What will my monthly cost be? Check Payment