Mazda RX 8 231 Specs

(2003 - 2009) - Technical Specifications for Years 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
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Key Specs

Petrol
79.8 cu-in
1308 cm3
Wankel 2 rotor
228 HP
231 PS / 170 kW
155 lb-ft
211 Nm
146 Mph
235 km/h
21 MPG
11.4 L/100 km
25 MPG UK

Mazda RX 8 231 Body, Model and Production details Mazda RX 8 231 Body, Model and Production details

Generation : RX-8
Body : Coupé
Num. of Doors : 4 doors

Mazda RX 8 231 Engine Technical Data Mazda RX 8 231 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Wankel 2 rotor
Engine Code : 13B-MSP
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : MPI
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 79.8 cu-in / 1308 cm3
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 10.0
Horsepower : 228 HP / 231 PS / 170 kW
@ 8200 rpm
Maximum torque : 155 lb-ft / 211 Nm
@ 5500 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
6 speed Manual

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

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined: 21 MPG
11.4 L/100 km
25 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road: 26 MPG
8.9 L/100 km
32 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City: 15 MPG
15.8 L/100 km
18 MPG UK
Range : 333 miles / 535 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 16.1 gallons
61 L
13.4 UK gallons

Mazda RX 8 231 Performance Mazda RX 8 231 Performance

Top Speed : 146 Mph / 235 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph (0 to 96 Km/h) : 6.1 s
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 6.4 s

Mazda RX 8 231 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Mazda RX 8 231 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 106.3 inches / 270.0 cm
Length : 174.41 inches / 443.0 cm
Width : 69.69 inches / 177.0 cm
Width with mirrors : 72.68 inches / 184.6 cm
Height : 52.76 inches / 134.0 cm
Front Axle : 59.06 inches / 150.0 cm
Rear Axle : 59.25 inches / 150.5 cm
Ground clearance : 5.51 inches / 14.0 cm
Max. Towing Capacity Weight : 2646 lbs / 1200 kg
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.30
Curb Weight : 3142 lbs / 1425 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 6.2 kg/hp

Mazda RX 8 231 Interior size, Dimensions Mazda RX 8 231 Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 4 seats
Front legroom : 42.68 inches / 108.4 cm
Rear seat legroom : 32.17 inches / 81.7 cm
Front shoulder room : 54.84 inches / 139.3 cm
Rear shoulder room : 54.92 inches / 139.5 cm
Front head room : 38.19 inches / 97.0 cm
Rear head room : 36.81 inches / 93.5 cm
Front hip room : 53.31 inches / 135.4 cm
Rear hip room : 48.11 inches / 122.2 cm
Trunk / Boot capacity : 10.2 cu-ft / 290 L

Mazda RX 8 231 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Mazda RX 8 231 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(12.72 inches / 323 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(11.89 inches / 302 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/45 R18
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/45 R18
Front Wheels Width : 8.0"
Rear Wheels Width : 8.0"
Turning circle : 34.8 feet / 10.6 m
Front Suspension : Independent Double wishbones
Rear Suspension : Multi-link
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How fast is a Mazda RX 8 231?
The Mazda RX 8 231 can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 6.4 seconds and 0 to 96 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 6.1 seconds, having a top speed of 235 km/h / 146 mph.

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

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

What is the Mazda RX 8 231 gas mileage?
The Mazda RX 8 231 gas mileage is Open road 26 MPG / 8.9 L/100 km / 32 MPG UK / City 15 MPG / 15.8 L/100 km / 18 MPG UK.

What engine is in Mazda RX 8 231?
The Mazda RX 8 231 has a Wankel 2 rotor, Petrol engine with 1308 cm3 / 79.8 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Mazda RX 8 231?
The Mazda RX 8 231 is 174.41 inches / 443.0 cm long, 69.69 inches / 177.0 cm wide, and 52.76 inches / 134.0 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 106.3 inches / 270.0 cm.

How much cargo space does a Mazda RX 8 231 have?
The Mazda RX 8 231 offers 10.2 cu-ft / 290 L of trunk space.