product.specifications
specs.engine_size1.3 L
specs.fuel_typePremium
specs.transmission6 speed manual
specs.drivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
specs.combined_mpg18 MPG
product.comparison_title
| Mazda RX-8 product.this_vehicle |  Hyundai Kona FWD |  Toyota Corolla Cross |  GMC Yukon XL 4WD |  GMC Yukon 2WD |  Buick Encore GX AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| product.price | — | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| specs.engine_capacity | 1.3 L | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| specs.fuel_type | Premium | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| specs.transmission | 6 speed manual | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| specs.body_type | Coupe | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
product.about
The 2005 Mazda RX-8 is a rear-wheel-drive coupe offering a unique rotary engine experience. With a 6-speed manual transmission and 235 horsepower, it delivers spirited performance.
product.pros
- Safe vehicle status
- No complaints on record
- Rear-wheel drive
- 235 horsepower
product.cons
- 7 recalls on record
- Premium fuel required
- Below-average MPG
product.complaints_section
product.no_complaints
product.submit_complaintproduct.recalls_section7 total
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product.status_history
status.avoid→status.safe31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 87. 7 data points. v3 scoring.
status.uncertain→status.avoid17 May 2026
Lemon Score: 0. Auto-inferred from 339 data points.