Mazda RX-8 (2003–2011) — every.autos

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Background

The Mazda RX-8 is a sports car manufactured by Japanese automobile manufacturer Mazda between 2003 and 2012. It was first shown in 2001 at the North American International Auto Show. It is the direct successor to the RX-7. Like its predecessors in the RX range, it is powered by a rotary Wankel engine. The RX-8 was available for the 2003 model year in most parts of the world.

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Specification

Dimensions: 4,430 × 1,770 × 1,340 mm
Fuel: gasoline
Displacement: 1.3 L · 2 cyl
Fuel economy: 18–19 mpg combined — EPA 2004–2011

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Production years

2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011

Sources

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