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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Love This Car - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By pkw - October 12 - 2:00 amLove this car. Had the RX-7 growing up. Now into the new generation. This car was designed for me. Can afford a third car, wanted a sports car, but have a family. I would never get to use a two seater. The suicide rear doors make this a dream come true. My kidds love ridding to school in this and showing off too their friends. I would recomend it highlly. Few minor details that Iwould change...a bit cheese inside glove boxes (plasticy)
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Outstanding Car! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By jerryf - October 12 - 2:00 amI bought the automatic model somewhat reluctantly, but the car will see a lot of in-town traffic. I am not at all disappointed! The car is a blast to drive, and pulls smoothly to the 7500 rpm redline. Handling is awe inspiring, and grip is tenacious. Im 62", and am very comfortable in the car. The back seat isnt imaginary either, humans can actually use it. Styling is head-turning, Ive never gotten more looks. All in all a great car, with only one downside- MILEAGE! If you were unfamiliar, youd swear there was a hole in the gas tank. Its OK in the end though, because youre sure to get a compliment every time you visit the pump.
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No regrets - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By mikgal0 - September 18 - 5:00 amIm always a little wary of buying the first model year of car but Im over 11,000 miles with not the first problem. Excellent handling and ride with good acceleration thta could use a little more torque in the lower RPMs of first gear. A little thirsty for gas especially if driven fast. I tend to average about 19 MPG. I love the short throw gearbox and tight steering. A really fun car to drive.
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RX7 to a RX8 - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By Cbrit - September 5 - 2:00 amI have a 1988 RX7 SE. It has 175,000 miles and still runs good. I purchased a RX8 11/1/03, have 1000 miles on it, very satisfied! Gas milage is 19 avg. Six speed shifts very good. Bose stereo is good. Seats are very comfortable. Lot of fun to drive.
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Awesome - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By mkeebler - September 5 - 2:00 amJust purchased my new RX-8 6 speed. What an awesome car! Ive owned 3 Miatas in the past 10 years, and this car is like the big brother (sturdy, fast, cool...). With 2 kids and a wife, this thing is even practical! The rotary engine is king! Sounds like a jet engine!
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great car - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By rx8lover - August 30 - 2:00 ami think this is a great car but it needs just a little bit more jump in the lower rpm ranges
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rx8 - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By sombra - August 30 - 2:00 amThis is a nice looking sports car that is fun to drive and is very comfortable if you have like two kids seated in the back.
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The Best - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By Yolo7878 - August 30 - 2:00 amGot the Mazda RX8 as a surprise Xmas present, and when I first saw it I really wasnt sure as I wanted a luxury car with a sport handling. All I can say is that I love this car, in fact I have the car a little less then 2 months and I have put 2500 miles on it
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An excellent car! - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By AndyABOM - August 19 - 10:00 amAn exciting car. I love the handling and performance, although the HP is a little lacking in the automatic. The biggest suprise was the lack of headroom. I am about 56" and find my hair frequently brushing the top. The MPG is a little low, but matches pretty well with Mazdas estimates. She handles very nicely and takes corners in such a way that just makes you want to push your driving skills harder and harder. An exciting drive!
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Love it Hate It - 2004 Mazda RX-8
By BK - July 31 - 2:50 pmThis car gets looks. The engine isnt annoying. The problem is the car has a tendency to flood. Tow truck drivers tell you that youre not the only one. They are towing these quite often. That is the hate it part. The love it part is this is a fun car to drive. Then engine has poor low-end pick up, but one you pass 3,000RPM, the car is fun to drive.
