A sports car like no other.

Mazda’s uncompromising pursuit of driving enjoyment has resulted in the development of the exhilarating new-look Mazda RX-8. With a combination of inimitably appealing sports-car styling whilst comfortably accommodating four adults thanks to a user-friendly four-door four-seat layout, the RX-8 not only delivers but surpasses all expectations.

Powered by the breathtaking RENESIS rotary engine, this light, compact, naturally aspirated twin-rotor unit screams ‘Zoom-Zoom’. Matched to a revised 6-speed manual or new 6-speed Activematic transmission (RX-8 Luxury), the RX-8’s responsiveness can only be described as outstanding. Handling precision is assured with its advanced front-midship layout; long wheelbase; a light, rigid body structure and revised suspension system.

Available in three variants; RX-8, RX-8 Luxury or the leaner, meaner, performance focused RX-8 GT.

Exterior

Boldly contoured over-fenders, and emotionally appealing rotor-motif details gives the Mazda RX-8 a sports car look that’s rich in vitality, athletic tension, and stability.

With large oil and engine-cooler openings, bold over fenders, and newly designed lamps, the Mazda RX-8’s stance on the road demands attention from all.

Refreshed exterior design
Whilst maintaining the original distinctive sports car proportions, the new RX-8 range benefits from a fresher looking exterior, producing better aerodynamics and cooling performance. Specifically, enlarged central and side air intakes in the front bumper provide improved engine cooling and emphasise the athletic styling.

Exterior lamps
The headlamp units of the RX-8 have been made wider, and revised shapes and materials for their internal parts yield a shinier, more eye catching look. Now with four lamps with light emitting diodes (LEDs), the new rear lamp design combines good visibility with a sportier, more refined look.

Alloy wheels
Standard on both the RX-8 and RX-8 Luxury, 18 inch alloys at a finishing sporty yet luxurious touch. On the GT model however, light-weight; 19-inch forged-aluminium wheels confirm the RX-8 GT as being the ultimate Mazda sports performer.

Freestyle door system
Whilst still maintaining the sports coupe feel, the RX-8's unique Freestyle Door System takes away the need for centre pillars. In addition to this, the Freestyle Door System provides easy access for passengers into the rear, so you can share the Zoom-Zoom experience.

Refined rear view
The new rear bumper and rear LED lamps elevate the sense of sporty quality, whilst the enlarged dual exhaust pipes express high power and performance.

GT aero styling
The extra sporty RX-8 GT comes with 19 inch gunmetal forged wheels, under side and rear aero spoilers, all designed specifically for those who demand the ultimate in sporty looks. Not only do they look amazing, but the aero kit provides significantly better front and rear lift and as a result, superior high-speed stability.

INTERIOR

While echoing the athleticism of the exterior design, the interior design breaks the mould of traditional sports-car cabins, creating an environment that looks & feels fresh, comfortable & dynamic.

Mimicking the dynamic-sporty nature of the exterior design, the Mazda RX-8 has an interior that is not only functional but also decidedly refined and unique.

Refined interior design
Detailed interior refinements provide a refreshing new look and feel to the RX-8 cabin. never compromising on quality, the new look RX-8's interior not only maintains the integrity of the RX-8's iconic sports car design, but also satisfies the practical needs of everyday driving. With a new design to the centre instrument panela dn white illumination on the instrument cluster, the end result is better visibility and functionality.

Power adjustable driver's seat
Adding further to the luxurious complexion of the vehicle, the driver's seat in the RX-8 Luxury comes equipped with 8-way power adjustment with a 3-position memory function and electric folding driver's seat for easy access to the rear.

Interior upholstery
Standard on the RX-8, densely woven black fabric covers the seats, whilst on the luxury model finely perforated leather centre sections in black or red further emphasize the sporty-luxurious nature of the vehicle.

Premium Bose® audio system
the RX-8 Luxury is equipped with a premium-grade 9-speaker Bose system. with advanced technologies such as AudioPilot® noise-compensation and Bose® Centrepoint™ signal processing technology, the RX-8 Luxury truly delivers the ultimate in music listening experience.

RECARO sports seat
Ergonomically designed RECARO sports seats provide all the support you need when expoloring the RX-8 GT's handling performance. Reflecting the latest in European deisng, the special seat cushioning shoulder and side bolsters keep your body firmly supported.

GT interior trim
With the RECARO seats centre fabric sections (black and grey combination) and black leather side supports accentuated with red stitching, there is no mistaking the sports car heritage of the RX-8 GT. Continuing the sports car theme throughout the cabin, the steering wheel, shift lever and hand brake, all with red stitching detail, attractively finish off this stunningly sporty vehicle interior.

PERFORMANCE

Something every driving enthusiast will appreciate, whether its the high performance rotary engine or the corner hugging sports suspension, the Mazda RX-8 is sure to deliver an exhilarating drive.

For a truly unique driving experience, the Mazda RX-8’s high revving rotary engine and modified suspension makes driving this exceptional vehicle all the more memorable.

RENESIS Rotary Engine
With outstanding performance, fuel efficiency and emissions, the RX-8's rotary engine delivers the kind of performance truly unique only to Mazda's flagship sports car. The naturally aspirated, water-cooled, two-rotor unit produces and exhilarating 170kW of power and 211Nm of torque (6-speed manual). Newly adopting an Electric Metering Oil Pump (E-MOP) system, higher precision oil supply heightens overall engine performance and durability.

Variable red zone system
This new feature allows the tachometerr's red zone to move in 3-stages in accordance with the temperature of the engine. Preventing over-revving immediately after start up when the engine is cold, the end result is improved engine durability.

Transmission
With both the 6-speed manual and all-new 6-speed Activematic systems (formerly 4-speed), there is an RX-8 just right for everyone. The gear ratios in the upgraded 6-speed manual transmission have been lowered to improve off-the-line acceleration. The Activematic transmission delivers more brisk shift response, essential for sports car driving.

New Activematic function - Direct Mode
The Activematic transmission benefits from the inclusion of a newly developed 'Direct Mode' that allows the driver the shift down using the steering-wheel controls while driving in the "D" range. Employed to enable quick down-shifts the Direct Mode technology aids in decelerating on downhill roads, accelerating after decelerating through a corner and overtaking other vehicles.

Suspension
Double-wishbone front suspension and long-link, multi-link rear suspension, realise the ideal geometry that translates into a quiet, comfortable ride, with superior road holding, controllability, and handling stability.

GT tuned chassis
For the ultimate in sports handling performance, the RX-8 GT comes equipped with specially developed Bilstein dampers as well as modified urethane foam filled front suspension cross members. The RX-8 GT will have you cornering like you're on rails.

Safety

An arsenal of high performance safety technologies in the Mazda RX-8 lets you explore the car’s performance potential with supreme confidence.

Airbags
The RX-8 is equipped with SRS airbags on both the driver's and passenger's side. In addition, SRS curtain airbags and side airbags are also provided. The curtain airbags deploy over the front and rear side windows to reduce the risk of head injuries in the event of a collision.

Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
To ensure optimal vehicle controllability and minimal braking distances, irrespective of road-surface conditions and load, the Mazda RX-8 has a four-wheel antilock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake-force distribution system (EBD). Designed to promote sports-car driving pleasure, the confidence-inspiring stopping power is extremely efficient.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
The Mazda RX-8's DSC system inspires confidence in the driver by effectively suppressing sideways skidding while enabling smooth steering. What's more, it is a switchable system that can be shut off to enable advanced driving techniques when conditions are suitable.

RX-8 structure
Crash worthiness is particularly sound at the vehicle's sides, which, in spite of the absence of centre 'B' pillars, exhibit crash safety on a par with traditional four-door sedans. This is achieved with innovative door reinforcements and locking mechanisms that form built-in pillars when the doors are locked in position.

Seats
The front seats of the Mazda RX-8 are equipped with seatbelt pretensioners & load-limiters. In addition to these, front seats are also designed with anti-whiplash headrests adding further protection against injury in the event of an accident.

Shock Cone Aluminium Bonnet
When designing the Mazda RX-8, a lot of thought not only went into the safety of those within the vehicle, but also for those outside. The bonnet of the RX-8 features an inner panel of multiple shock-absorbing cones, to reduce the rist of head injury to pedestrians.

Mazda RX-8

Front-midship Renesis - 2 rotors in-line, naturally aspirated, multi-sideport
6-speed manual
18 inch alloy wheels
Freestyle door system
Air-conditioning (climate control)
Cruise control
Cloth seat trim
AM/FM tuner with CD Player, in-dash 6-disc (MP3 compatible) and 6 speakers
Auxiliary input (3.5mm MP3 player compatible)
Airbags SRS: front, side & curtain
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Torque-sensing Super Limited Slip Differential

Mazda RX-8 Luxury

Front-midship RENESIS - 2 rotors in-line, naturally aspirated, multi-sideport
-speed manual or 6-speed Activematic
Power sliding glass sun-roof
18 inch alloy wheels
Fog-lamps (front)
Freestyle door system
Xenon (low beam) headlamps with auto levelling and washer function
Air-conditioning (climate control)
Aluminium pedals and footrest
Cruise control
Leather seat trim
8-way power adjustable driver's seat with 3-position memory and power fold functions
AM/FM tuner with CD Player, in-dash 6-disc (MP3 compatible)
Premium Bose® 300Watt amplifier and 9 speakers
Auxiliary input (3.5mm MP3 player compatible)
Airbags SRS: front, side & curtain
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Torque-sensing Super Limited Slip Differential

Mazda RX-8 GT

Front-midship RENESIS - 2 rotors in-line, naturally aspirated, multi-sideport
6-speed manual
Bilstein shock absorbers
19 inch alloy wheels
Aero bumper (front), side skirts and rear spoiler
Fog-lamps (front)
Freestyle door system
Xenon (low beam) headlamps with auto levelling and washer function
Air-conditioning (climate control)
Aluminium pedals and footrest
Cruise control
Leather/cloth seat trim
RECARO front seats
AM/FM tuner with CD Player, in-dash 6-disc (MP3 compatible) and 6 speakers
Auxiliary input (3.5mm MP3 player compatible)
Airbags SRS: front, side & curtain
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Torque-sensing Super Limited Slip Differential