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Mazda RX 8 231 Spec

(2003 - ) Years Technical Specifications

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With a fuel consumption of 11.4 litres/100km - 25 mpg UK - 21 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 6.4 seconds, a maximum top speed of 146 mph (235 km/h), a curb weight of 3142 lbs (1425 kgs), the RX 8 231 has a naturally-aspirated Wankel 2 rotor cylinder engine, Petrol motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 231 PS (228 bhp - 170 kW) at 8200 rpm and a maximum torque of 211 Nm (155 lb.ft) at 5500 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 6 speed Manual gearbox.
About chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behaviour and ride confort, the RX 8 Stock tire sizes are 225 / 45 on 18 inch rims at the front, and 225 / 45 on 18 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the RX 8 231 braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Vented Discs at the rear.
The RX 8 model is a car manufactured by Mazda, sold new from year 2003.

Mazda RX 8 231 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Wankel 2 rotor

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Engine Alignment :	Transverse

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	1308 cm3 or 79.8 cu-in

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	10.0

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	231 PS or 228 bhp or 170 kW @ 8200 rpm

Maximum torque :	211 Nm or 155 lb.ft @ 5500 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	6 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: 6th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:


Mazda RX 8 231 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	11.4 L/100km 25 mpg UK / 21 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Extra Urban:	8.9 L/100km 32 mpg UK / 26 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	15.8 L/100km 18 mpg UK / 15 mpg US

Fuel Tank Capacity :	61 L 13.4 UK gallons 16.1 US gallons

Range :	535 Km or 333 miles

CO2 emissions :	265 g/Km (estimate)

Mazda RX 8 231 Performance

Top Speed :	235 km/h or 146 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	6.4 s

Mazda RX 8 231 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Num. of Doors :	4

Wheelbase :	270 cm or 106.3 inches

Length :	443 cm or 174.41 inches

Width :	177 cm or 69.69 inches

Height :	134 cm or 52.76 inches

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (323 mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Vented Discs (302 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	225/45 R18

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	225/45 R18

Curb Weight :	1425 kg OR 3142 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	6.2 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	290 L

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How much horsepower does a 2003 Mazda RX 8 231 have?
The 2003 Mazda RX 8 231 has 231 PS / 228 bhp / 170 kW horsepower.

How much does a Mazda RX 8 231 weighs?
The Mazda RX 8 231 weighs 1425 Kg / 3142 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mazda RX 8 231?
The Mazda RX 8 231 top speed is 235 Km/h / 146 mph.

Is Mazda RX 8 231 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mazda RX 8 231 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).