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4.63 out of 5 stars

The 8 is enough

late8, 05/30/2006
2006 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I just purchased the RX-8 in mid-May and I have already logged over 1000 miles and the handling of this car gets better as each mile clicks away. I didn't buy this car for torque and the gas mileage so far is slightly below average but the trade offs are great. Smooth revving engine, high powerband and very unique lines for the body style. The car handles great on tight corners.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

I love this car

Opus37, 04/11/2008
2006 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I purchased an RX8 after driving a lot of similar sports cars. This one just feels right. The rotory engine sounds wonderful and has plenty of power. This handles like a dream even at over 150 mph. (it goes faster than that). I smile every time I'm driving it. I can get up to 25 mpg on the road or down to 16 mpg if I drive agressively. The ride is a little softer than other sports cars but that does not affect handling. It improves the ride.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Kick in the Pants

Blackhawkbill007, 12/10/2007
2006 Mazda RX-8 Automatic 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6A)
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I have this car for a couple of weeks and this car is awesome. I was looking for something that was sporty and fun, and I found it with the RX-8. I was a little shocked about the actual MPG (so far 16 MPG after two fuelings) but the handling is incredible. I have got it up to 123 mph so far and it handled like an Indy car. If somebody is looking for a sports car that is not the dime a dozen then this is it. Everybody that has seen it has been impressed and the back seats believe it or not are roomy. So if you are 30 something not ready to commit to a family car then this is perfect. You can fit the car seat when needed and take it out and have fun whenever you want.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

not bad, if you can spend the money

chris, 06/14/2008
2006 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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First off this car is a blast to drive. Handles very well. I average around 18 mpg in mine and it is on premium fuel. I personally haven't had any reliability issues, but I go easy on the rotary. Plenty of aftermarket parts available for it and turns heads everywhere. Overall a great car if you're willing to spend a little more on gas and maintanance.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

FUN - FUN ZOOM - ZOOM

??, 05/06/2006
2006 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
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I have owned my RX-8 for exactly one month. I know, not enough time to have a unbiased opinion yet...but I will say that this car is the most fun vehicle I have ever driven. The interior is very sharp and all the controls and design are very well put together.

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