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Used 2004 Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A) Consumer Reviews

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3.63 out of 5 stars

BEWARE OF THE GAS PUMP!!

RotaryRules, 12/18/2003
Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A)
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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!!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Don't believe stated fuel economy

Poor MPG king, 12/12/2004
Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A)
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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.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

my opinion on the 8

angies8, 08/29/2003
Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A)
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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.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

My RX-8 won't start!!!

Amber Gregory, 01/26/2004
Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A)
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This car does a great job - if you can get it to start. I have had mine towed to the dealership twice because it wouldn't start because when I tried to start it the car flooded. This happens even though I have taken the steps to prevent this recommended by the service department. Great to drive, fun, sporty, turns heads - if you can get it out of the driveway. Also turns heads sitting on the back of a tow truck:<

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4.38 out of 5 stars

RX7vsRX8

rx7lover, 10/01/2003
Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 4A)
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the exterior is awesome. I receive so many compliments... from bmw to mercedes look alike.

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