General information
BrandMazda
Model RX-8
Generation RX-8
Modification (Engine) 1.3 Wankel (192 Hp)
Start of production 2003 year
End of production 2009 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body typeCoupe
Seats 4
Doors 4
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban 14.9 l/100 km 15.79 US mpg18.96 UK mpg6.71 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban 8.1 l/100 km 29.04 US mpg34.87 UK mpg12.35 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined 10.6 l/100 km 22.19 US mpg26.65 UK mpg9.43 km/l
CO2 emissions267 g/km
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h7.2 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph7.2 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph 6.8 sec
Maximum speed 222 km/h 137.94 mph
100 km/h - 0 36 m
Weight-to-power ratio 7.2 kg/Hp, 139.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.3 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 192 Hp @ 7000 rpm.
Power per litre 146.8 Hp/l
Torque 216 Nm @ 2500 rpm. 159.31 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm.
Maximum engine speed 7500 rpm.
Engine location Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code 13B
Engine displacement 1308 cm3 79.82 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 2
Position of cylinders Rotary (Wankel)
Compression ratio 10
Fuel System Multi-point indirect injection
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity 6.1 l 6.45 US qt | 5.37 UK qt
Oil viscosity No Data
Coolant 8.7 l 9.19 US qt | 7.65 UK qt
Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1373 kg 3026.95 lbs.
Max. weight 1820 kg 4012.41 lbs.
Max load 447 kg 985.47 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space - minimum 290 l 10.24 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 61 l 16.11 US gal | 13.42 UK gal
Max. roof load 75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) 1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Permitted trailer load without brakes 695 kg 1532.21 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 4430 mm 174.41 in.
Width 1770 mm 69.69 in.
Width including mirrors 1846 mm 72.68 in.
Height 1340 mm 52.76 in.
Wheelbase 2700 mm 106.3 in.
Front track 1500 mm 59.06 in.
Rear (Back) track 1505 mm 59.25 in.
Ride height (ground clearance) 140 mm 5.51 in.
Drag coefficient (Cd) 0.30
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.6 m 34.78 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Rear wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission) 5
Front suspension Spring Strut
Rear suspension Helical spring
Front brakesVentilated discs, 323 mm
Rear brakesVentilated discs, 302 mm
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tires size Front wheel tires: 225/45 R18Rear wheel tires: 225/45 R18
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 8J x 18Rear wheel rims: 8J x 18