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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  a true joy to drive - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By blueboat - May 26 - 10:00 am

  The rx8 is truly a fun car to drive. It gves you a sense of youth as you rev the rpms up to 8000. The steering is fantastic and I dont miss my bmw 740 at all! The price is amazing, buy it now!

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  Always wanted a Wankel engine - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Trochoid - May 20 - 9:36 pm

  Always wanted to have a Wankel car, like NSU Ro80, but those old timers got now very expensive. Then RX-8 came in sight. Drove it in Dec. 2003 and ordered it. My heart really beats faster when entering this car, even after nearly one year. Never wanted a two seater, because I have two kids. I really love this car. And it corners perfectly, accelerates like only a Wankel can do, smooth and constant. Ever had a test drive? Youll be missing something! By the way, oil consumption with 0.3l/1000km is really low for a Wankel engine.

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  Bad rap - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By cornja - May 13 - 11:43 am

  All Ive owned are fast cars, of every type. If I could change one thing about the car, I would give it more power, in fact Im considering turbo charging it. Handling is perfect and tight, the car is a blast to drive, and it runs smooth as butter. I have had absolutely no reliability issues with my car, and I hit the 9000 RPM mark on every trip I take, every day. I highly recommend this car to all those who enjoy driving.

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  Cruisin Hawaiian style - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By HawaiiRX8 - May 6 - 10:00 am

  Fun car to drive. Sprots package with auto trans. Lots of positive comments reagarding styling. Unusual layout of interior gauges and switches, but workable. Car is rock steady at speed and highly maneuverable and responsive. Air contioner is a bit anemic and could be colder as well as quieter. Ride is firm and reassuring, but not uncomfortable. Gas mileage is fair(18mpg), but could be better.

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  first sports car - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By zoomohio - April 24 - 2:00 am

  I have test driven most sports cars out there, BMW, Nissan, Honda, Chrysler, etc and found the madza rx8 is the best bang for the buck. Great design, great features, excellent audio system, and fun to drive, too fun almost. Every day I DONT drive the car, I am sad!

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  The Best - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By bandhwoods - April 19 - 10:00 am

  Ive had my RX-8 for a little less then a week now and I absolutely love it!! The style originally caught my eye, but the way it handles and the power is what finally won me over! I didnt think anything could get me out of my Camaro, but the RX-8 sure did it. Love the velocity red with leather interior.

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  Excellent - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By lilshortii4689 - April 19 - 10:00 am

  its great. I love the car. I am 18 and i am so glad that my parents bought me the car. It is an absolute dream car!

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  The RX8 experience. - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Jack Hurley - April 19 - 10:00 am

  Mazda has done an excellent job as it relates to design an performance. Not withstanding the fact that the RX8 is a "head turner" it is also a charm to operate. The interior is well thought out with a great design. The RX8 is everything and more, a great driving experience!!!

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  GRX8T car - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By Voter - April 15 - 6:26 pm

  Best handling car Ive ever driven. Gets lost of looks on the road. Very comfortable to drive for a sports car.

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  Run Far Far Away... - 2004 Mazda RX-8
  By gregtheowner - April 2 - 7:00 am

  I bought my 2004 Mazda RX8 in 2004 - brand new with 4 miles on it. I treated this car like royalty: and it didnt matter. Engine was replaced at 20k for warranty - THEN the engine failed again just 2k outside of warranty - I paid $7,000 for repairs; The spark plugs cost $100 a piece, Tires are $200. MUST have premium gas (At premium prices) and MPG is horrible. $5 in gas wont get you out of your neighborhood. Now -2012 - I finally got rid of it. PROBLEMS from day one til the last day. Car shuts off at red lights, when its too cold, and when its too hot. MUST warm-up engine for 15 min. before driving anywhere - I can go on for days but my space here is limited. DO NOT BUY a 2004 Mazda RX8