Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Acura RLX | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 310 hp@6500 272 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 112.2 in | -5.8 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 196.1 in | -20.5 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 74.4 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 57.7 in | -4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 3969 lb. | -905 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.6 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.6 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.9 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.0 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 54.5 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 38.8 in | -6.6 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -6.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -7.7 ft3 |
2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2017 Acura RLX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan | Everyone who sits in the back seats comments on the comfort and leg room. see full Acura RLX review |