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2011 Mazda RX-8
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$26,795
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2024 Nissan Z
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Performance Manual
$52,210
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8.4
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Overview
Engine
1.3L Rotary Gas
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 22 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 24 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Trunk Volume
7.6 ft³
Trunk Volume
N/A
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Performance Specs
Engine and Transmission
Engine
1.3L Rotary Gas
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas
Horsepower
232 hp @ 8500 rpm
400 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque
159 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm
350 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Weight and Towing
Curb Weight
3,065 lbs
3,536 lbs
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Fuel and MPG
Fuel Economy
Combined
18 MPG
20 MPG
City
16 MPG
18 MPG
Highway
22 MPG
24 MPG
Emissions
CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
10.4 Tons/yr
8.9 Tons/yr
EPA rating
4
N/A
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.9 gallons
16.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
270.4 miles
295.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
371.8 miles
393.6 miles
Dimensions and Measurement
Exterior Dimensions
Length
175.6 in
172.4 in
Height
52.8 in
51.8 in
Max Width
69.7 in
72.6 in
Front Width
59.1 in
61.2 in
Rear Width
59.3 in
61.6 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
100.4 in
Ground Clearance
4.7 in
4.8 in
Interior Space
Seating Capacity
4 seater
2 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.7 in
42.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.2 in
38.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.8 in
54.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.3 in
54.6 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
32.2 in
N/A
Rear Seat Headroom
36.8 in
N/A
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.9 in
N/A
Rear Seat Hip Room
48.1 in
N/A
Cargo Space
Trunk Volume
7.6 ft³
N/A
Wheels and Suspension
Steering
Steering Type
Pwr rack & pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.8 ft
34.2 ft
Turning Diameter Wall to Wall
37.4 ft
N/A
Wheels
Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.0"
19" x 9.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.0"
19" x 10"
Suspension
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Tires
Front Tire
P225/45R18
P255/40WR19
Rear Tire
P225/45R18
P275/35WR19
Colors and Materials
Standard Exterior Colors
N/A
Black Diamond Pearl
Boulder Gray/Super Black
Brilliant Silver/Super Black
Everest White Pearl Tricoat/Super Black
Gun Metallic
Ikazuchi Yellow Pearl Tricoat/Super Black
Passion Red Tricoat/Super Black
Rosewood Metallic
Seiran Blue Metallic/Super Black
Standard Interior Materials
Black, Cloth seat trim
Blue, Leather-Appointed Seat Trim
Graphite, Leather-Appointed Seat Trim
Red Accent, Leather-Appointed Seat Trim
Features and Options
Infotainment
Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Interior Trim
Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Comfort
Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard
Safety
Safety Features
Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
US NHTSA Crash Test Result
Rollover Rating
N/A
Airbags
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Warranty
Warranty Summary
Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
N/A
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
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