Model year guide

2008 Mazda RX-8

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mazda RX-8 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2008 Mazda RX-8 at a glance

Combined18–19 mpg

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2008 Mazda RX-8 MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,450
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd
Passenger volume89 cu ft
Cargo volume8 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Mazda RX-8 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,250
Fuel only$22,250
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Mazda RX-8 vehicles on record

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2008 Mazda RX-8 — frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2008 Mazda RX-8 get?

The 2008 Mazda RX-8 has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.