Used 2009 Mazda RX-8 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 RX-8, so we've included reviews for other years of the RX-8 since its last redesign.
Great car, bad build quality.
Sad, 11/04/2010
2009 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought a brand new JDM import. The steering rack rattles incessantly. This has just 10,000 km on it. Sorry Mazda but this is just garbage to put it mildly. I am currently negotiating with the reluctant dealer to have the steering rack switched. Other than that the car is great. Great engine, great handling, great cabin, great looks. Comfortable too!
Can't Fault My RX-8
ash8, 03/09/2009
2009 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
So far no problems at all, I really can not fault my Superb Mazda RX-8. Fuel economy rate for performance is very acceptable, what do people expect, it is not a Civic, it is a Sports Car. Handling is Superb, #3 in America. Braking is Excellent # 10 rated against all Exotics. Performance is Fantastic for a 1.3 Litre Rotary, 0-60 in under 6.8 Sec is fast for ANY car. Great Value, nothing comes close. This car is Unique. Not a day goes by without a look or comment....is that the new Porsche..one guy asked. Would I recommend this car...Hell Yes..
A True Rice Burner from Japan
J-Dub, 08/11/2019
2009 Mazda RX-8 Sport 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my second Rx8 The first was a 2005 drove the wheels off sold it with 105,000 miles Very reliable Weak fuel millage I have been driving my 2009 RX8 Sport since 2011 Bought it with 39,000 It now has 90,000 I did have to replace the radiator at 55,000 The A/C compressor at 70,000 Dont buy after market I went thru two AC compressor before I bought a Mazda Compressor no problem for the last three years Did oil changes every 3,000~3500 miles with 5/20 weight went to 10/30 at 70,000 miles for more protection Put a Tuner on about a year ago Bumped HP up to 250 Now from a start to 60mph about a,second faster Throttle response much faster Gas millage is now 17~18 in town 22~24.5 highway About 2 MPGs better The power curve kicks in around 4800 RPMs to well past the red line Id really like to see the next gen Rotary with a turbo back under the hoid This would take a great handling mid engine desgin fun to drive sport car tto the next level Ill be first on line, Piston engines,just dont compare to the power and simplicity of a ratary
Rotary is Not For Everyone
WR Jones, 07/26/2010
2008 Mazda RX-8 40th Anniversary 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6A)
1 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as a disabled adult that needed a car with room and access for my wheelchair, the rear doors are ideal for quick storage of the chair. There are few cars sold with two doors and access for those who use a wheelchair, combine that with an auto transmission made available, Mazda allows me to drive a great sports car. Slapping the stick over to manual and using the six speed paddle shifter is the closest you will get to driving a standard stick if you use hand controls, a simply amazing experience. The difference between auto shift and manually shifting is dramatic, the car jumps to life, surprising many who have taken a ride in the car, including myself!
Oiled Out!
Disgusted In FL, 10/28/2010
2009 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring 4dr Coupe (1.3L 2rtr 6A)
1 of 21 people found this review helpful
My experience owning this vehicle has its ups and downs. On the down side, the car burns too much oil. After an oil change, the oil light comes on 1000 miles into the oil change. I was told this was normal by the dealership on two occasions when I took it in for service. They told me to "add oil" to it and it would be fine until the next oil change. I have had more oil changes on this car in the one year that I've owned it. This car is too overpriced for what you get.
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