Mazda RX-8 owner reviews, specifications and features

«Mazda» - a fairly common brand cars in Russia. But usually it is associated with the sixth series sedan and crossover CX-7. In fact, it's two bestseller on the Russian market. However, today we'll talk about less common, but no less interesting machine. This sports coupe "Mazda er-X 8”. Reviews on Mazda RX-8, technical specifications, and much more – further in our article.

Description

The RX-8 is a four-seater sports coupe, production of which lasted from 2003 to 2012, the Car became the successor model RX-7 which caused not a smaller agiotage. The main feature of the machine – it is a rotary engine. Such engine is extremely rarely used, even on sports cars. But about all under the order.

Appearance

Perhaps the main advantage of the Mazda RX-8 – is its design. Despite its age, the car still looks cheerful and fresh. Eyes immediately wide, muscular wings and swift optics. No less interesting looks and a smiling bumper with a slot of the grille. Japanese coupe still attracts the attention of passers-by and stands out from the gray stream of cars. Any tuning her is not required. The car has factory features a stylish and dynamic look.

According to owner reviews, sedan Mazda RX-8 is well protected from corrosion. The paint won't come off, does not burn itself. Chips are formed only after the shock of large rocks. But it is worth noting that in the event of an accident is very difficult to find body parts. "Mazda RX-8" - a rare instance, and it is difficult to find on disassembly. So you have to order and wait “kutuny” under the order, and for considerable money.

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Facelift

At the end of 2008 the car has undergone a small update. So, the Japanese launched a restyled version of the sports coupe "Mazda er-X 8”. The car received a new optics design, spoiler and more sculptured bumper. The main feature (wide wheel arches) remained unchanged. The changes have affected only the wheel design.

Now the machine began to look more fresh and stylish. The car is offered in a range of different colours, but the most popular – still red.

Dimensions, ground clearance

The Car has compact dimensions for both four-seat coupe. Thus, the length of «Mazda» is 4,43 meters, width – a 1.77, height – of 1.34 meters. Very small and ground clearance. And this is one of the main disadvantages noted by the reviews. Mazda RX-8 – one of the lowest cars in the lineup. Clearance – only 14 inches, while the bumper are very low. The car is very responsive to the slightest bumps and steep climbs. To call on the curb is unlikely to succeed. Yes, and before “lying” you need to brake. In the winter, and it is a problematic car. The car gets stuck in snow – the reviews say. Mazda RX-8 fits except for smooth asphalt.

Interior

The interior Design is no less attractive than the exterior. The eye catches the red steering wheel and leather seats with pronounced lateral support. Among the features of the coupe Mazda RX-8 reviews note the design of the front seats. In their backs is cut in the shape of a rotor (a kind of reference to the technical component of the car). The gearshift lever is shifted to the driver side. But the handbrake – on the contrary, is closer to the passenger. In «Mazda» has aluminum pedal pads – look quite well against the background. As for free space front, its enough. Despite its small size ««Mazda er-X 8’”, the driver will feel comfortable. Landing low, all controls are placed at arm's length.

The Unusual looks of the Central console with a certain circle in the center of the radio. The top in the dashboard integrated LCD display that shows the current time and the operating condition of the climate control.

The Car is equipped quite well. Already in the basic configuration it has a Central lock, electric Windows, air conditioning and good acoustics.

The instrument Panel is made in sporty style. For each scale there is “well”. By the way, the center is the tachometer, and the speedometer is located at the bottom of the well (and digital). The build quality is good, but not without drawbacks. Also, the owners celebrated too hard seat and hard plastic in the cabin. Another shortcoming – no free space for rear passengers. In addition, they are visually “presses” the ceiling, which is too low (in favor of the design). Quite a strange decision – fixed armrest between the rear passengers. Because it does not remain. The only thing that pleases – it is a seamless fit. For rear passengers there is a separate door. So get out of the car possible, not making his way through the front of the seat as “eight”. In this respect, the Japanese, notably tried.

The Trunk

Since this is a sports coupe, not expect from him a roomy trunk. The total volume is 290 litres, which is barely enough for a couple bags of groceries or one bag with things. Butthe Japanese tried to expand the capabilities of the boot. So, in the back of the back there is a small hatch for transport “long-length”. But the spare wheel is not here. Not even the "stowaway". In case of breaking the wheels have to rely on the help of passing motorists (or to call a tow truck).

Specifications

A Wide variety of installations here. As the power unit has only the rotary-piston engine (though in line with several of its versions). The key difference between a rotary engine is the lack of the usual crankshaft and piston group. This unit consists of two sections. The volume of each – 654 cubic centimeters. The total engine capacity of 1.3 liters. The capacity of this unit varies from 192 to 250 horsepower depending on modifications. Moreover, it is completely atmospheric motor. Is there a range of additional types of engines? Unfortunately, the classic inline-or V-shaped engines here.

As the transmission is mechanical box to five speed or automatic four or six gears. Depending on the chosen gearbox, the car accelerates up to hundreds for 6-7,5 seconds. What the reviews say about Mazda RX-8? This is probably the fastest coupe with a working volume of 1.3 liters. The machine can confidently compete with such brands as ‘Subaru” and “BMW”. By the way, the car's top speed reaches 235 km / h. The car still allows you to confidently stand in the stream.

Are There any problems?

If we talk about transmissions, significant problems to the owners they bring. But what they say about the engine compartment “Mazda RX-8" otyvy? Many who exploited this motor, in one voice declare it a small resource. On average, this unit serves to capitali not more than 100-150 thousand kilometers. This engine is picky about oil quality. Moreover, the usual synthetics won't come. The manufacturer recommends the use of gidrokrekinga oil. Synthetic when injected into the combustion chamber does not burn, and is for the rotary motor a big minus. The liquid begins to clog the subtle channels in the seals and to settle on the surface.

Gidrokrekinga oil has a high resistance to shear deformation and excellent resistance to thermal stress. Regulations replacement for «Mazda» – from six to eight thousand kilometers, which is quite expensive in terms of money. But, even with timely service, you should not rely on high resource. Rotary engines from «Mazda» rarely are more than 150 thousand. And all because the motor is constantly working in the mode of critical loads. The engine speed practically does not fall below six thousand. With increasing mileage and increases oil consumption. Normally it is one liter per 10 thousand kilometers. But closer to overhaul, a liter of oil can be avoided for every thousand kilometers.

Fuel economy

Considering the advantages and disadvantages of Mazda RX-8, it is worth mentioning the topic of consumption. By nameplate, the figure is no more than 11.4 liters per hundred. But in fact, the consumption of «Mazda» much higher. Thus, in combined cycle, this option could easily pass for 14 liters, and on mechanics. Someone will say it's all in the nature of the drive.

However, it is understood that a rotary engine has a slightly different working principle, and even in hard mode, this figure will not differ from the average consumption at moderate driving. By the way, very often consumption increases due to a faulty spark plug. This significantly decreases performance.

Suspension

The Car is built on rear-drive platform with a longitudinally placed engine and the supporting scheme of the body. It should be noted that the «Mazda» rather complex suspension configuration. The front has a few ball bearings and two levers. The rear mnogoryichazhka. There is also a stabilizer bar. Resource leverage – up to one hundred thousand kilometers. What is most interesting, many instances go so far with factory suspension. And it's not careful operation, and low mileage. Still, it's not the car where you can go "long haul".

The behavior of the car on the road

On the move the car behaves very rigidly. Any unevenness and road joints felt “backside”. But there is one plus in this configuration the suspension. It's excellent handling. As they say owner reviews, Mazda RX-8 – very agile car. There are no banks and excessive valkosti. Why – the coupe has an ideal weight distribution along the axes (in addition – a low center of gravity). Steering & ndash; rail electric. The latter has a variable effort ratio. So, at high speed the steering wheel becomes harder, and the car – assembled. During Parking the steering wheel is quite soft and lightweight. It is a feature of each compartment of the Mazda RX-8. Reviews also point out good brakes. They are informative enough, the system ABS and stability control. And on both axles installed ventilated discs (and in fact manymanufacturers are limited to those “pancakes” only in the front).

Price

Mazda RX-8 coupe at the moment, discontinued. So you can find it only on secondary market. The cheapest ones are versions of the first model years. 350 thousand rubles – is how much is the Mazda RX-8 (2004). Reviews say that despite their age, these cars have low mileage. It is bounded in the region of a hundred thousand kilometers. But you must be careful. It is not always native run, though, these machines are really small rolls. You need to look at the condition of the interior, suspension (not native to rattle on a run of 80 thousand) and the behavior of the motor. If we talk about the latest versions, they cost about 700-800 thousand rubles. According to the reviews, coupe Mazda RX-8 2009 issue will be the best choice. These machines are inexpensive relative to the most recent (2012), have already restyled “face” and many instances are native-owned.

By the Way, in the secondary market, you can find options already from “was” motor. So, often «Mazda» put the engine from the «Toyota» 200-250 forces. Along with the engine change and transmission. As a rule, "was" version is the mechanics of five speeds.

Summing up

So we found out what a Japanese coupe “Mazda RX-8". This car has a pleasant appearance and good dynamic characteristics. In the salon used hard plastic, there is no normal trunk and under the hood of a rotary engine. Service it is not every service. And those workshops that are engaged in their capitally, sometimes prescribe fabulous price tags. From a technical point of view, the machine is designed correctly. It has perfect weight distribution, no heels and rapidly gaining speed. But when you select the instance on the secondary market it is worth remembering that not every engine was serviced correctly. So after buying you need to be prepared for unexpected attachments.