Mazda RX-8 2008
This generation of Mazda RX-8 has been produced from February, 2008 to December, 2012. We can provide information about 2 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.
This Mazda is available with one petrol engine with displacement 1.3 litres and power of from 212 to 232 horsepower.
The car is available with both automatic (1 version), as well as manual (1 version) gearbox.

Mazda RX-8 2008 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 12.5 to 12.7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mazda RX-8 2008 petrol engine version is Mazda RX-8 1.3 Wankel, consuming 12.5 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Mazda RX-8 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 3 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mazda RX-8 modification.
Mazda RX-8 2008 CO2 emissions are from 258 to 299 grams per kilometer. Mazda RX-8 version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Mazda RX-8 1.3 Wankel, which produces 258 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.
Lenght of Mazda RX-8 is 446 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Mazda RX-8 is about 4 cm longer than Opel Astra hatchback, but 2 cm shorter than Ford Focus sedan. Mazda RX-8 gross weight is from 1732 to 1750 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class. Mazda RX-8 trunk space is 215 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 290 litres.
This Mazda is very cheap for its class - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 4200 $. Users calculated Mazda RX-8 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 6000 € cost per year and 0.34 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 67%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 17% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mazda RX-8 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mazda RX-8 prices and costs.
Mazda RX-8 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda RX-8 2008 1.3 Wankel
Most fuel efficient version |
1.3 Petrol | 212 HP | 12.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Mazda RX-8 2008 1.3 Wankel
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds |
1.3 Petrol | 232 HP | 12.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda RX-8 prices
Mazda RX-8 2008 - 2012 coupe price in Latvia is from 3300 $ to 5000 $.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mazda RX-8 price is very low - Mazda RX-8 is approximately for 47 percents cheaper then average coupes of this age (compare coupes 2008 - 2012 prices). Despite of relatively low price Mazda RX-8 quality is above average (see below), so this Mazda can be a good buy.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Mazda RX-8 2008 price | 3300 $ | 4200 $ | 5000 $ |
Mazda RX-8 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mazda RX-8? Users calculated Mazda RX-8 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 6000 € cost per year and 0.34 € cost per one kilometer.
Mazda RX-8 2008 total costs of ownership calculator
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Mazda RX-8 2008 features (options)
Percentage of Mazda RX-8 with corresponding feature (option)
100% Climate control
100% Cruise control
100% Leather upholstery
100% Adjustable steering wheel
100% Electrically adjustable seats
80% Heated seats
80% Metallic paint
80% Rear parking sensors
20% Rear-view camera
20% Distance control
20% Rain sensor
20% Sunroof
20% Bi-xenon lights
20% Dimming mirrors
20%
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