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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  performance/luxury/economy - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By trcoastlaw - September 26 - 10:00 am

  expterior design; superior handling; luxurious interior; speed (low gear and top end); and price all make the mazda RX 8 the best value in a sports car in many a year.

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  YOU WILL LOVE THIS!!! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Steve P. - September 26 - 10:00 am

  I Have always been for american cars but they no longer have the desighns or can keep up with my expectatoins It would take a lot to go back!I have 2 new cars a toyota highlander and the MAZDA RX8 Thanks to great car builders like the japanese I feel confident to finally have the best cars at a great price. thankyou so much!

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  AWESOME RX-8 - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Todd Honea - September 26 - 10:00 am

  Outstanding performance, unbelievable head-turning car. No better car out there for the money!!!

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  Fantastic - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Otis - September 26 - 10:00 am

  Fantastic, Great Car. Love the idea of Four doors. plenty of power. love the car. There is only ONE rotary engine and Mazda has it.

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  Awesome - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By skylight904 - September 26 - 10:00 am

  Two word to describe it is unbelievably unforgetable!!!!!!!

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  DO NOT BUY REPLACED 2 ENGINES - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Jessie - September 24 - 7:30 pm

  This is th absolute worst car I think of all time. I bought this car brand new in 04 and it has been nothing but problems. I have replaced 2 engines and that is just the beginning, everytime I turn around something is wrong with it and it cost a pretty penny to fix everything. This car makes awful rattleing noises, it breaks down on me while driving on the road about once a week, whick is very dangerous in traffic. The dealership has been absolutely no help and often have to argue with them. The problems are never ending! It pretty to the eye and thats bout as far as it goes.

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  A blast to drive and looks good - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By JZ - September 24 - 12:03 am

  Overall the car is a great experience. I replaced the expensive run flat tires when I took a nail in the sidewall and bought a spare on eBay. Driving it to work can be frustrating because you have to hold it back in heavy traffic. Its fabulous to drive on trips. My first rotary. I like the sounds but miss the rumble of a big V-8. My mileage started out low but has improved to a steady 20 mpg. If you drive slow on the freeway, you might get 22 (downhill).

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  Excited !!! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By rf1311 - September 20 - 2:00 am

  After several months of research, I finally purchased my RX-8. I love the automatic because of the "manual" option. I think it is so cool to be able to change gears on the steering wheel. Its like a video game. I have one baby and the car seat fits perfectly in the backseat. If you are thinking about it, just go buy it. You wont regret it.

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  Love It! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Don D - September 16 - 7:03 pm

  I am 58 and always wanted a sports car. Before buying I looked at the 350Z, Mini-Cooper, Z-3, and S2000. Had decided to buy the 350Z when I saw the RX-8 on the road. I decided to check it out and quickly decided it was my car. I am really enjoying it and am constantly answering the question; what kind of car is that? Happy with my decision and enjoying my first sports car very much.

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  Turn Your Back On the Bad Old Days - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By sportsman - September 15 - 10:00 am

  Ive owned Japanese, British, American, and Italian sports cars. This one has it all. Innovation...performance... styling...and gas mileage that, though not fantastic, doesnt consume gas like an SUV either. Yep, you can steer with the throttle! Yep, you can get rubber in at least 4 gears!!! All this performance and you still get cuddled with those great seats. I MUST be living right!