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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  Buckle up and drive! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Marcus Mazda - September 28 - 10:00 am

  I am having so much fun with this car. It gets me in front of almost any car I want to get in front of... People with more expensive cars, and young kids stare at it... (Now thats cool) and its just fun to drive, so buckle up and drive... Gas is a factor, it uses it.. expecially just getting the car.. You always find yourself stepping on the gas pedal (Hard) Big Smile.... Ok, things you should know. Check oil every other gas fill up until the first oil change.. yes it burns oil.. Dont get the synthetic oil... Just get the oil Mazda recommends. In closing.. Oh my god... Zoom Zoom.. worth every penny!

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  Oh so silky. - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Jeff W - September 28 - 10:00 am

  A sports car that is pure yet practical sounds like an oxymoron, yet the RX-8 is truly that. This is a sports car not a muscle car, meaning it can handle better than most cars twice its price, but dont try to race WRXs or Mustang Cobras. The elegant style and uniqueness of the rotary engine set this car apart with its competition. I recommend ensuring that the ECU gets an M flash, which further enhances the smoothness, low-end HP and fuel economy.

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  Great Auto - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By harry0 - September 14 - 10:00 am

  Best car that Ive ever purchased. I read about the RX-8 in 2001, I told my local dealer thaen that I wanted to purchased it.I reveived delivery on 7/18/03 and went on a two week, 5000 mile road trip. It was a great trip without any problems. The RX-8 is a fun auto to drive. I put it to the "test" - Hot weather in Texas,New Mexico & Death Valley, moutains in Colo & Ca, Highspeed driving in Ut. ITS A GREAT VALUE FOR THE PRICE. I just hope that the dealers dont mark-up the price and reduce the market for the RX-8

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  My fifth RX - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Jim Mortellaro - September 8 - 10:00 am

  Compared with the second generation RX- 7 Turbo, this car is not that far away in performance. I would still prefer the RX-7 turbo, however the overall performance of this latest iteration of the Mazda Rotary is superb.

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  Great car! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Elara - September 2 - 2:00 am

  The 8 is the most exciting car Ive ever owned. Its plenty fast (0-60 in between 5.9 and 6.2 seconds, depending on who you talk to) and its amazing handling and 9k rev range are just fun. Take a trip down a winding road, and the car sticks like glue. Better yet, you can put four people comfortably in the car. Weve taken several 500+ mile trips with 3 people in the car, and no ones had any complaints. The engine itself is amazingly smooth and quiet. All in all, a great car.

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  Best Thing On Four Wheels Under 50 Grand - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Dan - August 24 - 1:53 am

  The RX8 is absolutely the best handling car under $50 thousand, bar none (yes, including even the Boxster). It is also the most FUN you can have on four wheels. Ive owned my velocity red RX8 for just over a year. Its great FUN on twisty mountain roads, and with its 106" wheelbase, its an exceedingly comfortable GT for long road trips. The styling is unique and very distinctive (but not eccentric). Ive replaced the 18" stock wheels with BBS CH Plasma Finish ones which gives it a very elegant, "I gotta have it" look. It turns a lot of heads. Say what the "professional" reviewers will, Id buy this car again in a flash before considering a Porsche Cayman at twice the price.

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  New RX8 - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By liger - August 3 - 10:00 am

  The cockpit is just perfect but the rear seats are not comfortable for adults, but is roomier compared to other coupes.

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  By far the best car ive ever owned - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Alex E - August 3 - 10:00 am

  This car far exceeded my expectations for mazda. It is an extremely fun and inspired car to drive, and gets a lot of attention as well. The best way i can describe the amount of driving pleasure this car sparks, is by referring to the honda s2000. In terms of power delivery, it is very similar to the s2000, in my opinion having better steering feel then the honda, and a much better ride quality, however the shift feel is not quite as good as the honds (but it is still excellent)

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  Fast,Fast,Fast...... - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By cybergypsy - July 15 - 2:00 am

  I love this car so much have had the 350Z and other sports cars...but the style is amazing on this car..much nicer then my BMWs. Its fast and sleek....and its a 4 seater...only draw back is gas.... it eats it like a vette..

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  Wow! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Michael Stevers - June 15 - 10:00 am

  The only thing I can say is, if you havent driven a Mazda RX-8 yet, you are missing out on the car experience of your life...come on, go out and test drive one now, I dare you not to like it.