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Used 2007 Mazda RX-8 Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

High Bar Setter

spooledUP7, 10/04/2007
2007 Mazda RX-8 Sport 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This car sets the bar high for fun with comfort and style. Once you drive this car for a while you will find it hard to imagine finding a car that can replace it. I know because this is my second RX-8! This car is so easy to drive that you forget it is a sports car except at the pump. My daily commute is 33 miles round trip and I get around 17-19 MPG consistently which isn't bad, but it isn't great. Expect 21 MPG on long hauls going 75-90 MPH which to me is fantastic at those speeds. I have taken it on the track and it makes easy work of corners, but compared to my '93 RX-7 it feels softer (and slower), but more predictable and better balanced . Can't wait for the next one!

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Don't judge this car by looks alone

rick salzer, 06/01/2006
2006 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful

I own this car and it has not even come close to the expectations I had for it. It looks great. But that is it. Performance is poor, it is slow, and finally it has not been very reliable at all. The starter has been a constant problem in the cold weather. The electrical system has given me problems. The tire pressure monitoring system has given me problems. If I could do it over again, I would absolutely never buy this car again. After my experience with the manufacturer, I will never buy another Mazda for that matter.

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2.13 out of 5 stars

Quirky Fun

Denny, 09/26/2010
2006 Mazda RX-8 Manual 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful

After a few years - Still tons of fun to drive, but not good for heavy traffic commuting. Don't drive it on snow or ice - you will die. On the other hand, its a great road trip car and the handling is amazing. Turns and stops better than anything I've ever driven. It will do a decent 0- 60 if you are willing to abuse the gearbox and clutch, but why? The thing really turns on above 5,000 rpm and is a hoot. It took some time and practice to learn how to maximize the performance, but once you figure out the engine it is the easiest car to drive fast that I've ever experienced.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Rates a ten on the fun meter.

RR, 02/20/2007
2007 Mazda RX-8 Sport 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

The get-up and go of this vehicle is fantastic. If you truly want that "sports car" experience and feel, buy the six-speed manual model. It handles the curves like no other car. The instrument cluster is easy to read and manipulate. The seating is quite comfortable and the head room is adequate for those 6'1" or under. If you're looking for practicality, buy a Mazda6. If you are looking for FUN, buy an RX-8.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A hi-tech car

d2honeyz, 02/04/2007
2007 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Excellent, fun car, the only thing is the cup holders are in a bad place and the heated seat buttons get pushed on and off by mistake a lot.

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