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2008 Mazda RX-8 Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 2,703 mm |
| Length | 4,427 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,341 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,395 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,085 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,222 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 215 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2008 Mazda RX-8 4-door Coupe Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | Automatic | Manual |
| Standard Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 158 kW@7500 216 Nm@5500 | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 173 kW@8500 216 Nm@5500 |
| Standard Transmission | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Standard Tires | 225/55R16 tires | 225/45ZR18 tires |
| Optional Tires | 225/45ZR18 tires |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Extremely smooth, high-revving engine. A near perfect 6-speed gearbox. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
V8? V6? inline-four? Nope, forget about cylinders, the RX-8 is one of the few cars on the road with a rotary engine. Able to do more with less, the RX-8's mill displaces just 1.3 liters yet produces 232 horsepower. That does come at a stratospheric 8,500 rpm - redline is a racecar-like 8,000 rpm - so you need to be willing to wind the engine out for best performance. Give it the stick, and the RX-8 can hit 60 mph in a respectable 6 seconds. Torque, at 159 lb-ft at 5,500 rpm, is nothing to write home about. However, there isn't much mass to move around, and as long as you keep the RX-8 in the right gear - easy to do with the smooth-shifting, short-throw six-speed manual - you'll be up to speed in no time. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very smooth and expensive feel to the engine. The response is like a turbocharged turbine with a gentle cuttoff at redline. The six speed auto is very quick to respond to manual or automatic shifts, quiet and has good intelligence. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2008 Mazda RX-8.
2008 Mazda RX-8 MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 4dr Coupe | Automatic | 26,435 | 24,458 | 650 |
| 4dr Coupe | Manual | 26,435 | 24,458 | 650 |
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