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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  Joy to Own - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Kap - October 2 - 8:56 am

  This is a wonderful GT style car that is comfortable and entertaining.

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  More than I expected! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By veedubman - September 23 - 10:00 am

  I have never been a Mazda fan, but I liked the last generation RX-7, which is the reason for checking this car out. I have been very happy do far. Everyone should experience the free- revving nature of the rotary engine. The interior is heads and shoulders above all the other sports cars in its price range. The ride is very compliant for such a good handling car on 18" wheels. It has a great shifter and the interior is much better than I expected. I would recommend this car to anyone.

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  You Gotta Drive this car!!! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Wildcatsare1 - September 4 - 10:00 am

  Picked mine up yesterday, what a fun car to drive. Its fast, the engine sounds great, its comfortable (62"), and its beautiful. I disagree with the earlier review about the interior looking cheap, far from it. Its superior to the 350Z, more in line with a Boxter.

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  Driving Perfection! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By m10ant - September 4 - 10:00 am

  This car was definitely worth the wait. Exterior styling is head turning both literally and figuratively. Rotary engine sound is music. Im so impressed with this cars responsiveness: acceleration, handling, and braking are superb! They far exceed any expectation I may have had. A complete joy to drive!!

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  Well its pretty - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Jonathan heeps - August 29 - 2:00 am

  Erratic shifting with the automatic...

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  AWESOME CAR - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By brian brewer - August 22 - 2:00 am

  THIS IS AN AWESOME CAR THAT WILL TATCH THE LADIES EYES ITS A GREAT CAR AND IT FUN TO DRIVE.

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  Just Like a Marriage - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By samsmazda - August 22 - 2:00 am

  Buying this car is like a marriage-- there are pluses and there are minuses. The fun to drive factor is off the charts. The engine makes you feel like you are Indy-500-ing to work each morning. The seats are snug but comfortable. You get a day off any time it snows (rear wheel drive, yknow). The spouse approves because it has four doors. BUT: you have to check and add oil often, and like being married to a hot spouse, you have to endure a lot of envy and attention. Heh, heh. If you test drive it, youll buy it. But read www.rx8forum.com before you test drive it.

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  Luv it - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Chet Lowney - August 22 - 2:00 am

  I love just about everything about my RX-8. Especially the suspension. I traded in my 2003 Acura RSX-S because of its harsh ride over poor pavement. This is so much better and more comfortable on top of its sports car performance. Its not as fast but the manual option of my automatic is neat. P.S.: Im a 73 yr old former RX-7 owner.

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  Awesome 8 - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By dgall - August 22 - 2:00 am

  This vehicle is the best! I had another so-called sports car before this one, and there is no comparison. This car is everything I was hoping for and more. Great looking and a great driving experience. What more could you ask for?

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  See for yourself - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Squarebush - August 18 - 10:00 am

  Overall, this vehicle is in a class of its own. Design, handling and interior are just some of the great features that make this car unique. I have never owned a vehicle that makes strangers just walk up to you and tell you how awesome my RX-8 looks.