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Mazda RX-8 Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2008–2012) — First Generation Restyling

The Mazda RX-8 First Generation Restyling Coupe stays true to a gasoline rotary sports formula. These Coupe bodies put that distinctive powertrain at the center of how the car feels on the road.

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7 modificationsAll supplied years

Mazda RX-8 Engines and Transmissions

The Mazda RX-8 engine is a gasoline rotary, so the powertrain rewards you for keeping the revs up instead of expecting a heavy low-speed shove. In this First Generation Restyling Coupe, that character pairs with a conventional transmission and drivetrain for a light, eager feel.

Coupe — Mazda RX-8 Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Mazda RX-8 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.3 ATGasoline1308 cm³192 hp141 kW216 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.3 MTGasoline1308 cm³192 hp141 kW220 N⋅mManualRWD
1.3 MTGasoline1308 cm³210 hp154 kW222 N⋅mManualRWD
1.3 ATGasoline1308 cm³210 hp154 kW222 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.3 ATGasoline1308 cm³215 hp158 kW216 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
1.3 MTGasoline1308 cm³231 hp170 kW211 N⋅mManualRWD
1.3 MTGasoline1308 cm³250 hp184 kW216 N⋅mManualRWD

Mazda RX-8 Dimensions

Coupe — Mazda RX-8 Dimensions

Coupe Mazda RX-8 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.3 AT4460 mm1770 mm1340 mm2700 mm1330 kg1728 kg135 mm
1.3 MT4460 mm1770 mm1340 mm2700 mm1420 kg1820 kg140 mm
1.3 MT4460 mm1770 mm1340 mm2700 mm1310 kg1700 kg135 mm
1.3 AT4460 mm1770 mm1340 mm2700 mm1330 kg1700 kg135 mm
1.3 AT4460 mm1770 mm1340 mm2700 mm1395 kg1748 kg135 mm
1.3 MT4460 mm1770 mm1340 mm2700 mm1425 kg1825 kg140 mm
1.3 MT4460 mm1770 mm1340 mm2700 mm1310 kg1700 kg135 mm

Mazda RX-8 Cargo Space

Coupe — Mazda RX-8 Cargo Space

Coupe Mazda RX-8 Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
1.3 AT290 l
1.3 MT290 l
1.3 MT290 l
1.3 AT290 l
1.3 AT290 l
1.3 MT290 l
1.3 MT290 l