RENESIS Rotary Engine
With outstanding performance, fuel efficiency and emissions, the RX-8’s rotary engine delivers the kind of performance truly unique only to Mazda’s flagship sports car. The naturally aspirated, water-cooled, two-rotor unit produces an exhilaration 170kW of power and 211Nm of torque (6-speed manual). Newly adopting an Electric Metering Oil Pump (E-MOP) system, higher precision oil supply heightens overall engine performance durability.

Variable red zone system
This new feature allows the tachometer’s red zone to move in 3-stages in accordance with the temperature os the engine. Preventing over-revving immediately after start up when the engine is cold, the end result is improved engine durability.

Transmission
With both the 6-speed manual and all-new 6-speed Activematic systems (formerly 4-speed), there is an RX-8 just right for everyone. The gear ratios in the upgraded 6-speed manual transmission have been lowered to improve off-the-line acceleration. The activematic transmission delivers more brisk shift response, essential for sports car driving.

New Activematic function – Direct Mode
The Activematic transmission benefits from the inclusion of a newly developed ‘Direct Mode’ allows the driver the shift down using the steering-wheel controls while drive in the “D” range. Employed to enable quick down-shifts, the Direct Mode technology aids in decelerating on downhill roads, accelerating after decelerating through a corner and overtaking other vehicles.

Suspension
Double-wishbone front suspension and long-link, multi-link rear suspension, realise ideal geometry that translates into a quiet, comfortable ride, with superior road holding, controllability, and handling stability.

GT tuned chassis
For the ultimate in sports handling performance, the RX-8 GT comes equipped with specially developed Bilstein dampers as well as modified urethane foam filled front suspension cross members. The RX-8 GT will have you cornering like you’re on rails.