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Mazda RX-8

General information

ModelMazda RX-8
Year2007
CategorySUVs
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1306 ccm (79.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.6 litres/100 km (18.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1306 ccm (79.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeDual disk Wankel
Max power192.00 PS (141 kW or 189 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque220.00 Nm (22.4 kgf-m or 162.3 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed223.0 km/h (138.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1347 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Leg room front1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Passenger space3480 litres (919 gallons)
Cargo space290 litres (77 gallons)
Optional cargo space290 litres (77 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1425 kg (3,141.6 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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