Overview & Reviews

The RX-8 is an all-new car for 2004. Its arrival marks the return of Mazda's rotary engine to the U.S. market. Priced less than Nissan's 350Z, the RX-8 also offers four doors and a usable backseat.

• Low base price, agile handling yet still comfortable enough for daily use, room for four in a pinch.

• Option packages can get expensive, iffy interior ergonomics.

User Reviews:

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  one hot car - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By tman - March 29 - 10:00 am

  smooth, fast stylish and a real looker! Handling is very tight.. roomiest back seat Ive ever seen for a sports sedan!

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  Jen - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Jen in Georgia - March 29 - 10:00 am

  I do not recommend this car for larger people. There is also some difficulty in putting this car in reverse. I have enjoyed driving a mustang better.

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  Been a long time comin - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Duroy - March 29 - 10:00 am

  Its been a long time comin...waiting for the rebirth of the rx car. The rotary engine is smooth, quiet and jumpy. People complain about horsepower, but its just that much more impressive. No one can handle me in the curves. Its the sexiest machine on the road for under $60K.

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  RX7vsRX8 - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By rx7lover - March 29 - 10:00 am

  the exterior is awesome. I receive so many compliments... from bmw to mercedes look alike.

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  The Perfect Car - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Rotcomp4 - March 29 - 10:00 am

  Congratulations! I own an 89 Mazda Rx- 7 it was as good as it gets, so I thought. But now, Mazda, you have outdone Yourselves! Thank you for building this car

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  Great Car - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Freeze - March 16 - 2:00 am

  Fun to drive, inexpensive, and practical.

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  Richard - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By dicsern - March 16 - 2:00 am

  Great handling, driving car. With the lower torque numbers, I started out driving in lower gears, ie, 3rd and 4th. After a little experience with it, I found 5th and 6th are strong gears also, but certainly not a blast at acceleration. The engine doesnt seem to lug at lower RPM, just doesnt pull out like a BMW. The car is well built, solid and fun!!

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  Zoom-Zoom - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By kurumaas - March 11 - 10:00 am

  If you enjoy driving through mountain roads at high speeds, this is the car for you!! What a thrill it is to power this machine up the hills and through the turns.

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  Zoom Zoom - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Floating Dragon - March 11 - 10:00 am

  Not too hot on gas mileage but otherwise a great car.

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  2004 RX8 as a weekender. - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By themo2v8r - February 12 - 5:50 pm

  This is a great 2nd car. I do not recommend this as a daily though. Gas is fair (12-15mpg), room is A++ and fun factor is off the charts. The RX8 is a great car for attention and getting somewhere quickly, very quickly. To address some reviews that the car has no horsepower, keep in mind most of these people have autos. Also this car was meant to kick but after 4,000 RPMs. A Z will get you off the line, but you will catch up and pass! With a six speed you can 40 in first, 70 in second, 90 in 3rd (never went past 90 yet, I have a good driving record:). I dont recommend driving like that all the time, but if you need to get out of the way fast, you can.