Model year guide

2006 Mazda rx8

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Mazda rx8 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2006 Mazda rx8 at a glance

Combined18–19 mpg
Typical price$4,650

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Mazda rx8 MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,450

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.

What's a 2006 Mazda rx8 worth?

Low
$1,800
Typical price
$4,650
High
$8,500

From 8 comparable 2006 Mazda rx8 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Mazda rx8 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.

2006 Mazda rx8 trims & engines on record

Engines
1.3L 212 hp

2006 Mazda rx8 vehicles on record

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2006 Mazda rx8 — frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2006 Mazda rx8 get?

The 2006 Mazda rx8 has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2006 Mazda rx8 worth?

Comparable 2006 Mazda rx8 listings run roughly $1,800–$8,500, typically around $4,650 (from 8 vehicles).

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