Petrol
2005 Mazda RX-8
The 2005 Mazda RX-8 is a sedan. It has a 1.3-litre two-cylinder engine producing 232 hp (173 kW), with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 6.0 seconds and top speed is 145 mph (233 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Mazda | Model | RX-8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2005 | Version / Trim | Mazda 2005 RX-8 |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Velocity Red Mica, Crystal White, Brilliant Black Mica, Titanium Gray Mica, Marble White, Winning Blue Mica, Copper Red Mica, Sunlight Silver |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Japan |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S4) |
| Engine | 1.3L 2-cyl | Engine Size | 1,300 cc |
| Power | 232 hp / 173 kW | Torque | 216 Nm / 159 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 6.0 sec | Top Speed | 145 mph (233 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 16 mpg city / 22 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,350 kg (2,976 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2005 SEDANS
Compared with other 2005 sedans in our database, its 232 hp is close to the average for a 2005 sedan (236 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.6 seconds quicker than average, and it is 13% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | Average 2005 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 232 hp | 236 hp (84 cars) | -2% |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 303 Nm (84 cars) | -29% |
| 0–60 mph | 6.0 s | 7.6 s (79 cars) | -21% |
| Top speed | 145 mph | 132 mph (79 cars) | +10% |
| Kerb weight | 1,350 kg | 1,555 kg (97 cars) | -13% |
| Engine size | 1,300 cc | 3,102 cc (97 cars) | -58% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2005 sedans with similar power to the 2005 Mazda RX-8.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 232 hp | 6.0 s | 1,350 kg |
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 230 hp | 8.0 s | 1,595 kg |
| 2005 BMW 330i | 225 hp | 6.8 s | 1,470 kg |
| 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid | 240 hp | 7.4 s | 1,450 kg |
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 224 hp | — | 1,784 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Rear Parking Sensors
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre