What Changed
The 2009 Mazda RX-8 wears a restyled front fascia with new headlamps. In the back, a new bumper accompanies larger diameter exhaust outlets. The powertrain remains the same, but manual transmission models now include a lower ratio in the differential. A trapezoidal strut tower brace has been added for extra rigidity. The RX-8 continues to offer Sport, Touring and Grand Touring trim levels, but adds a new R3 sport package. The R3 sport package features a sport-tuned suspension, Bilstein shocks and urethane-filled front suspension crossmemebers. The R3 package also wears a unique front bumper, side sill extensions, 19-inch wheels and a rear spoiler.
Comparison to Prior Model
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Price Range ($) | $26,435 - $31,930 | $26,435 - $31,770 |
| Length (in) | 175.6 | 174.3 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.4 | 106.4 |
| Width (in) | 69.7 | 69.7 |
| Height (in) | 52.8 | 52.8 |
| Track (in) | 59.1 | 58.9 |
| Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) | 317.1 | 313.7 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3064-3111 | 3029-3053 |
| Legroom Total (in.) | 74.9 | |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 89.4 | |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 7.5 | |
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| Transmissions | A6, M6 | A6, M6 |
| City MPG | 16 | 16 |
| Highway MPG | 22-23 | 22-23 |
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