Any1 own/driven the new RX-8?

[VTT]

RX-8=247HP, NA, FR, 6 speed, 4 doors, 4 bucket seats & 18"wheels

Any one here actually own the new RX-8 or been driven one before Please write some comment of it, such as performance & handling, build quality & comfort, color, style & look thanks.

[nuttysquirrel04]

I have almost every book imaginable on the Rx-8. I am buying one in about four months. The Rx-8 is not out on floor yet. From what I read I heard that it handles pretty good. I am a big fan of this new car. The Mazda is not like any other sports car. With no liters and just a 6 gear speed box with a 9,000 rpm red line it has to be awesome.

[flatulatta]

my friend supposedly test drove 1 not long ago and said that he was spinning tires in 4th dont know how true this is

[dayna240sx]

Originally posted by flatulatta
my friend supposedly test drove 1 not long ago and said that he was spinning tires in 4th dont know how true this is

I doubt it, doing so would take alot of torque... something the RX-8 lacks

[Neutrino]

Originally posted by dayna240sx



I doubt it, doing so would take alot of torque... something the RX-8 lacks

i agree...i doubt even a viper could do it on 4th

[Steel]

Originally posted by dayna240sx



I doubt it, doing so would take alot of torque... something the RX-8 lacks

understatement of the year

[flatulatta]

yea i didnt think i was true

[tiu89]

I just test drive one a copule of day ago with a good friend of mine (manager of a Mazda dealership).

Road condition: Sunny day and the road was completely dry (no rain on the past 2 days)

Speed on some of the corner: About 60-70 mph (just an estimate)

(Of course I won't look at the mph, just focus on the road, traffic and rpm. AND IT'S AT YOUR OWN RISK)

I don't feel any spinning on wheels.

Maybe the spinning of the tires are just that they're still new or not "season" yet.

Anyhow, it's a good car and I should say is one of the best car around in the market with this price. Worth buying.

On personal opinion, the car looks better than on the picture and the back seats space are not as tight as I expected (but I don't recommend anyone to seat at the back for long ride)

I have not driven the RX-7 but my friend owned both (RX-7 & RX-8) said both have its own pros and cons (haven't really ask him what he meant, sorry)

As for the engine, there shouldn't be any problem or they have not discovered any yet. I believe there might be just some small problems (on other parts, not the engine, just like the recall on the Mazda 6's foglight)

My recommend is: wait for 1/2 a year before buying it, so there'll be more reviews on this car. (not the one by magazine). If you can't wait, go to the dealer and put a deposit to reserve the car. Larger dealership would have more option and color for RX-8 to choose from comparing to the smaller size dealer.

Please think twice before getting an automatic, I think you'll loss the "original" feel of the car.

All of these are my personal opinion. everyone's opinion are vary.

[Goofy Newfie]

As a Mazda salesman in Canada, I can say I have had the pleasure of driving the GS model, and I can honestly say that I didn't experience any problems with the car transferring those 247 horses to the road. As I have never driven the RX-7, I have no comparisan base, but I must say that this car was pure pleasure, pure power to drive. For those who believe that the car has low tourque, what are you using as a comparisan? The grin was still on my face hours after only a 15 minute drive.

[Steel]

Originally posted by Goofy Newfie
For those who believe that the car has low tourque, what are you using as a comparisan? .

uh... any piston engine in the world

Nissan 350Z: 287hp, 274 torques
Chevy Corvette (C5): 350 hp, 375 torques
Toyota Supra: 280hp, 318 torques.
Mazda RX-8, 247hp, 159 torques.

see the discrepency?

Well, it has a low PEAK torque, but a really flat torque curve (i hope) So it really shouldnt be a problem.

[Goofy Newfie]

Originally posted by Steel


So it really shouldnt be a problem.

I certainly didn't notice any problem.

[optimuscivic]

Originally posted by Steel


uh... any piston engine in the world

Nissan 350Z: 287hp, 274 torques
Chevy Corvette (C5): 350 hp, 375 torques
Toyota Supra: 280hp, 318 torques.
Mazda RX-8, 247hp, 159 torques.

see the discrepency?

Well, it has a low PEAK torque, but a really flat torque curve (i hope) So it really shouldnt be a problem.

the rx-8's torque numbers seem low, but i havent really felt a lack of torque on that car. i dont know maybe its the beautiful suspension setup or the traction control system but that car pulled pretty decently for me. it has such a smooth power delivery and handling control that is very unique.

[dayna240sx]

Originally posted by optimuscivic


the rx-8's torque numbers seem low, but i havent really felt a lack of torque on that car. i dont know maybe its the beautiful suspension setup or the traction control system but that car pulled pretty decently for me. it has such a smooth power delivery and handling control that is very unique.

well you are comparing it to a civic...

[Steel]

... shouldnt be a problem until you get into hilly regions. Then its a royal PITA.

[optimuscivic]

Originally posted by dayna240sx


well you are comparing it to a civic...

true true,