Mazda MX-5 vs Mazda RX-8 Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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2024 Mazda MX-5 1.5 Exclusive-Line RF
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Specs

2024 Mazda MX-5
1.5 Exclusive-Line RF
2011 Mazda RX-8
2.6 R3
Powertrain 6-speed Manual 6-speed Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
Fuel economy, city
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13.1 L/100km
Fuel economy, motorway
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7.6 L/100km
Fuel tank volume 170 L 246 L
Engine
Fuel type
Petrol
Petrol
Power
97 kW
170 kW
Torque
206 N-m @ 4,000 RPM
286 N-m @ 5,500 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
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Engine size
1,496 cc
2,616 cc
Interior
Maximum seating 2 seats 4 seats
Front legroom -- --
Rear legroom -- --
Exterior
Length 99.44 m 113.54 m
Width 48.72 m 44.96 m
Height 31.24 m 34.04 m
Wheelbase 58.67 m 68.58 m

Available Options

2024 Mazda MX-5
1.5 Exclusive-Line RF
2011 Mazda RX-8
2.6 R3

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