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2010 Mazda RX-8 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Blame it on videogames and Vin Diesel, because if it weren’t for releases like Gran Turismo and "The Fast and the Furious," we might never have seen another rotary-engine Mazda. Until the late '90s, people just didn’t seem to care about Japanese tuning and racing. Sure, the Miata was doing well - mostly because it was the only roadster on the market for a long while - but it just wasn’t generating the kind of interest or income that would revolutionize an industry.
Lucky for us, the revolution did come, and it was televised. Mazda’s foray back into rotary engineering came in 2004 with the introduction of the RX-8, the 2+2 successor to the much-maligned RX-7, last seen in the U.S. in 1995. Unfortunately, the RX-8 still has many of the problems of its predecessor.
Available in Sport, Grand Touring, and R3 trim levels, the rear-wheel-drive RX-8 is powered by a 1.3-liter rotary engine, good for 232 hp in manual and 212 hp in automatic configuration. Because of the unique design of the rotary engine, however, those numbers aren’t achieved until 8,500 and 7,500 rpm, respectively, and are accompanied by less-than-impressive torque figures of 159 lb-ft at 5,500 rpm. This translates into an extremely high-revving engine that seems to lose much of its motivation at anything below those numbers. Couple that with the fact that the RX-8 requires premium-grade gasoline and manages EPA estimates of only 16/22 and 16/23 mpg with the manual and automatic, and people start wondering, “What’s the point?”
The point is that the engine has an incredibly low displacement of only 1.3 liters, which means not a lot of weight up front. The result is a weight distribution that's nearly 50-50 front to rear and handling that is at the top of its class. Keep the revs high, and there’s little out there that’s more fun to drive. Let them drop, and you’ll find yourself chugging along, wondering why the hell you’re spending so much money on fuel. That said, the RX-8 doesn’t exactly deliver a comfortable ride. Although Mazda claims seating for four adults, the front offers adequate space only for those under 6 feet, and the rear is an exercise in masochism. However, mention should be made of the use of suicide rear doors that do aid in entry and exit, if for some reason you’d ever want to get to the back seat. Designed to operate only when the front doors are open, the rear doors when shut provide the structural rigidity, along with the front doors, that allows for the omission of the B-pillar in the RX-8.
Comfort aside, the RX-8 is well-equipped in all three trims, with power everything, 18-inch alloys, a leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel, and antilock four-wheel disc brakes. A limited-slip differential is standard on manual-equipped Sport trims, and standard on Grand Touring and R3 trims, along with traction control. The Grand Touring trim adds several nice features, like heated leather front bucket seats, keyless access and start, a power sunroof, Bose stereo, and automatic Xenon headlights. The R3 is touted as the high-performance model, and as such comes with a sport-tuned suspension and 19-inch alloys.
The RX-8 has seen a welcome reception in the eyes of the press and enthusiasts, winning awards and besting cars like the Audi TT and Nissan 370Z in comparison tests. On the track, that may be true, but there’s more to a car than just numbers. Driveability counts. The fact that so few of us are routinely cruising along at 6, 7, or 8,000 rpm needs to be taken into account here, otherwise the unique RX-8 with the quirky rotary engine will never be anything more than an enthusiast's vehicle.
Published May 31, 2022 by Michael Perkins
User reviews for 2010 Mazda RX-8
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by Anonymous
Feb 24, 2022
Great handling and with proper maintenance the car functions well. Gradual and smooth flow of power. Could be used for a relaxed or race inspired driving style.Feb 24, 2022
by Nigel B
Jun 27, 2021
If you’re looking for performance off the stoplight, don’t bother, but if a unique car with plenty of power for a random cruise sounds fun, then this is your carJun 27, 2021
by Gabriel R
Mar 23, 2020
It’s the best Japanese car ever made in the worldMar 23, 2020
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by Anonymous
Feb 24, 2022
Great handling and with proper maintenance the car functions well. Gradual and smooth flow of power. Could be used for a relaxed or race inspired driving style.Feb 24, 2022
by Nigel B
Jun 27, 2021
If you’re looking for performance off the stoplight, don’t bother, but if a unique car with plenty of power for a random cruise sounds fun, then this is your carJun 27, 2021
by Gabriel R
Mar 23, 2020
It’s the best Japanese car ever made in the worldMar 23, 2020
by Shane P
Jan 30, 2011
its blue it has kickers and subs it is a 2010 it is a mazda rx8
i have studs on the wheels i got it when i was 11 and i am 13 now it is fancy and shiney i have a lift kit
Jan 30, 2011
by Akash S
Nov 19, 2010
its acceleration,braking, handling is superb....
its appearance is styling .......
this is a nice car which I like it very much..........
Nice color u& goooooooood looooking
2 seater & a lovely car
It should be in India at a Nice rateNov 19, 2010
by Kyle K
May 24, 2010
Looks awesome and fast just sitting there. Super unique as Mazda hasn't sold
many RX-8s this year. Haven't put any gas in it yet. Total blast to drive, hugs the
road like glue.
I got this car because I love the rotary engine for it's smoothness and linear power
output. I also like the fact that I can now bring all my friends along instead of riding
in their boring mobilesMay 24, 2010
by Reza A
Feb 13, 2010
fast car,,,cool,nice performance,acccelarate good,quality.stylish.... * Performance - acceleration, braking, handling
* Build Quality - has it needed repairs? squeaks/rattles
* Appearance - both interior and exterior styling
* Cost of Ownership - gas mileage, maintenance
* Fun Factor - is this car fun to drive?
Feb 13, 2010
by Travis W
Nov 10, 2009
The quality of this car is great Coudos to mazda. It preforms well and should be considered a luxury sedan not just a tuner. the cost of ownership is pretty low considering it doesnt use much gas, great millage. and the car looks great and is imensly fun to drive!!! Nov 10, 2009
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2010 Mazda RX-8 Pricing
Original MSRP
$26,645 to $32,140Price range
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Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 100 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door trim: cloth · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Parking brake trim: urethane · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: rear console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Easy entry: power passenger · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.30 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Tinted: windshield
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 300 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: rear console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power passenger · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.30 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Tinted: windshield
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 300 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: rear console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power passenger · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.78 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Rear spoiler: wing
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Seats
Front seat type: Recaro · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: cloth
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Tinted: windshield