Petrol
2006 Mazda RX-8
The 2006 Mazda RX-8 is a sedan. It has a 1.3-litre two-cylinder engine producing 232 hp (173 kW), with a 6-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 | 2006 | Version / Trim | Mazda 2006 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 (S6) |
| 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 / 23 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,350 kg (2,976 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2006 SEDANS
Compared with other 2006 sedans in our database, its 232 hp is 7% less than the average 2006 sedan (250 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.4 seconds quicker than average, and it is 15% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | Average 2006 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 232 hp | 250 hp (90 cars) | -7% |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 317 Nm (90 cars) | -32% |
| 0–60 mph | 6.0 s | 7.4 s (87 cars) | -19% |
| Top speed | 145 mph | 132 mph (87 cars) | +9% |
| Kerb weight | 1,350 kg | 1,584 kg (103 cars) | -15% |
| Engine size | 1,300 cc | 3,201 cc (103 cars) | -59% |
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 2006 sedans with similar power to the 2006 Mazda RX-8.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 232 hp | 6.0 s | 1,350 kg |
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 230 hp | 8.0 s | 1,595 kg |
| 2006 Honda Accord Hybrid | 240 hp | 7.4 s | 1,450 kg |
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 224 hp | — | 1,784 kg |
| 2006 Volvo S40 AWD | 220 hp | 8.0 s | 1,365 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
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Spare Tyre