2005 Mazda RX-8

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Fuel economy: 16 city/22 hwy mpg

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Used TMV from $9,391

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What Edmunds Says

Regardless of how many doors the RX-8 has, it is ultimately a sport coupe that offers sensational handling without the stiffness typically associated with cars of this type.

Pros

Low base price, agile handling yet still comfortable enough for daily use, smooth rotary engine fun to wind out on the open road, room for four in a pinch.

Cons

Option packages add considerable expense, iffy interior ergonomics, poor gas mileage.

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Manual

1.3L engine
Manual transmission
Up to 16 cty/22 hwy mpg
Side/Curtain Airbags
Navigation System (Optional)
Stability Control (Optional)
Traction Control (Optional)

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Automatic

1.3L engine
Automatic transmission
Up to 16 cty/22 hwy mpg
Side/Curtain Airbags
Navigation System (Optional)
Stability Control (Optional)
Traction Control (Optional)

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Automatic Shinka Special Edition

1.3L engine
Automatic transmission
Up to 16 cty/22 hwy mpg
Satellite radio
Side/Curtain Airbags
Stability Control
Traction Control

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Manual Shinka Special Edition

1.3L engine
Manual transmission
Up to 16 cty/22 hwy mpg
Satellite radio
Side/Curtain Airbags
Stability Control
Traction Control

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Published: 10/02/2005 Updated: 10/02/2009

What's New for 2005

Mazda's four-door sports car was all new in 2004, and is back for 2005 with no changes except for the addition of a satellite radio-compatible head unit.