2008 Mazda RX-8 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.4 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
We do not have a 2008 Mazda RX-8 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2008 Mazda RX-8 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.3L 2-cylinder | 1.3L 2-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.70 | $22.93 |
2008 Mazda RX-8: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.3 L | 1.3 L |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 227 L (8 cu ft) | 227 L (8 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $4,586 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Mazda RX-8
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (8), steering (4) and unknown or other (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V402000 | 2018-06-15 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 and 2004 MPV vehicles nationwide. Mazda is also recalling 2005-2006 MPV vehicles in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas,... |
| 18V404000 | 2018-06-15 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Mazda MPV vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah,... |
| 17V474000 | 2017-07-26 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2004-2008 RX-8, and 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing... |
| 17V354000 | 2017-06-01 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles. Heat from the engine and the exhaust may cause the main fuel pump pipe to crack. |
| 16V793000 | 2016-10-31 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles manufactured April 10, 2003, to February 18, 2008. The affected vehicles have fuel pump sealing rings that may deteriorate due to exposure to heat from the engine or exhaust pipe. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2008 Mazda RX-8 for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2008 Mazda RX-8 for sale by us right now. For anyone shopping for the 2008 Mazda RX-8, here are the facts that matter.
What to check on the RX-8
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. NHTSA has 17 owner complaints on file, mostly about air bags, steering and unknown or other. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
Reading the spec sheet
Its 1.3L 2-cylinder drives through a 6-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 12.4 L/100 km combined; 300 km takes about 37 litres. A 300 km weekend costs about $65.10 in energy at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Inside and out
As a small car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. EPA lists 227 litres of luggage space, enough for about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Drive it on your own roads
If the RX-8 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent the RX-8 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Choosing the right one
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Within the 2008 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Money matters
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
When you know your dates
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2008 Mazda RX-8 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Mazda RX-8 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Mazda RX-8
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 Mazda RX-8?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 Mazda RX-8 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2008 Mazda RX-8 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 Mazda RX-8 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4340.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.