Used 2004 Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A) Consumer Reviews
Fun to drive!
I had it for more then 2 years now, and I still love the car. It's fun to drive and corning just amazing. Acceleration is decent but not the best. I drive a automatic which only has 200 hp compare to manual which has about 240.
RX-8 vs. RX-7
I had my RX-7 for 13 years.... waited for the RX-8 for approximately 3 years.... and FINALLY IT ARRIVED! So, far I'm really enjoy it. I ride solo a lot, so there's plenty of room for me. Heads are TURNING!
- Manual CoupeMSRP: $5,999657 mi away
- 2004 Mazda RX-8MSRP: $11,950658 mi away
- Automatic CoupeMSRP: $9,975718 mi away
BEWARE OF THE GAS PUMP!!
The car looks awesome, as we all know!! The car handles great and is very comfortable on a daily commute. This car does NOT get even close to the mpg rating on the sticker, which is 18/25 on the automatic. I have been getting 14 mpg highway with my foot out of it!! They lied about the HP and now this!! My advice by the Nissan Z car and deal with NO rear seat!!
Don't believe stated fuel economy
I've had my 8 since Jan. 04. Just passed 8800 miles. I love everything about this car except one major thing: fuel economy. My last tank was 13 mpg city driving; mainly to and from work. I am VERY disappointed in this number which has been consistent since I've bought the car. "Lowest True Cost to Own"?! Sorry Edmunds, but the poor fuel mileage should eliminate this car. If I would have known it was THIS bad I would have gotten a different car. I'm just tired of filling up every 175 miles or so.
my opinion on the 8
I have had the car 1 month and have put about 1000 miles on it. It is a very nice sports car. Since it has a few miles on it I am exploring the upper rev band and its plenty fast for me. It has a few blind spots in and you have to pay close attention with lane changes on the freeway.The air conditioner is also weak for a high temp area. I am concerned since with depreciation now Mazda has announced it will buy back the first 3000 rx8's from dissatisfied customers because of the misstated horsepower numbers.I think I will keep the car and accept the $500.00 offer along with the free maintanence offer instead. But I have until Oct 1 the make up my mind.