Mazda RX-8 Specification

manual transmission (212-hp, 6-speed Sport automatic transmission) and 3-stage variable induction system (VIS) Motorsports-Inspired R3 R3 trim includes standard 19-inch forged aluminum-alloy wheels, performance-tuned suspension with Bilstein® shock absorbers and Recaro® front sport leather- and cloth-trimmed seats Available Features Available Bose® audio system, Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability†, heated front seats and Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System Safety Features Standard safety features include advanced front air bags, front side-impact air bags, side-impact air curtains‡ and Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 2011 RX-8 Engine & Mechanical 2011 RX-8 Sport Grand Touring R3 Engine Engine type 1.3-liter 2-rotor rotary Engine code RENESIS Horsepower - Manual transmission 232 hp @ 8500 rpm - Automatic transmission 212 hp @ 7500 rpm Torque 159 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm Redline - Manual transmission 9000 rpm - Automatic transmission 7500 rpm Displacement (cc) 1308 Compression ratio 10:1 Fuel system Multi-port electronic fuel injection Required fuel Premium unleaded (91 octane) Ignition system Electronic 4-coil with iridium-tipped multi-electrode spark plugs Induction system 6 side intake ports with 3-stage variable induction system (VIS) and variable fresh air duct Exhaust - Manual transmission Stainless steel with low back pressure main muffler - Automatic transmission Stainless steel Rotor housing Aluminum with chrome-steel liner Side housing Cast iron Emission control type (Fed/Cal) Tier2 Bin5 / ULEV II Fuel economy Manual transmission (city/hwy)** 16/22

16/23 Drivetrain Type Front-midship engine rear-wheel drive (RWD) with powerplant frame - Manual transmission Close-ratio 6-speed manual with short-throw direct linkage shifter - Automatic transmission 6-speed electronically controlled Sport AT with paddle shifters and Adaptive Shift Logic Driveshaft - Manual transmission Carbon fiber - Automatic transmission Steel Limited-slip type - Manual transmission Torque-sensing conical limited-slip differential Gear Ratios (:1) 6MT 6AT 1st 3.82 3.54 2nd 2.26 2.06 3rd 1.54 1.40 4th 1.18 1.00 5th 1.00 0.71 6th 0.79 0.58 Reverse 3.60 3.17 Final drive 4.78 4.30 Chassis Body type Monocoque unibody with backbone frame construction and front and rear suspension subframes Brakes 4-wheel disc - Front 12.7-inch vented disc - Rear 11.9-inch vented disc with aluminum calipers - ABS 4-wheel, 4-channel with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) Steering type Rack-and-pinion Power assist Direct-drive electric Overall steering ratio 16.4:1 Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock 3.0 Turning circle diameter, curb-to-curb (ft) 34.8 Suspension 4-wheel independent - Front Double wishbone with forged aluminum control arms - Rear Multilink with tubular control arms and aluminum hubs - Stabilizer bar (front) 26.5 mm - Stabilizer bar (rear) 16.0 mm Shock absorbers Sport-tuned twin-tube (performance-tuned Bilstein® monotube on R3) Wheel size (in) 18 x 8.0 (19 x 8.0 on R3) Tire size 225/45R18 (225/40R19 on R3) Tire manufacturer Bridgestone Weights / Capacities / Aerodynamics Curb weight (lbs) - Manual transmission 3065 - Automatic transmission 3111 Weight distribution (front/rear) 52/48

16.9 Oil capacity (quarts) - Manual transmission 7.4 - Automatic transmission 6.7 Coefficient of drag (Cd) 0.30

low-beam headlights with auto on/off feature Auto-off headlights Halogen fog lights Aluminum-alloy hood and rear doors UV-reducing windshield Variable-intermittent windshield wipers Rain-sensing windshield wipers Power sliding-glass moonroof with one-touch-open feature and interior sunshade Dual power side mirrors Heated side mirrors Freestyle door system Body-color door handles Side sill extensions Rear lip spoiler (MT) (MT) Rear wing spoiler In-glass antenna LED taillights Dual exhaust with chrome tips Wheels & Tires 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels 19-inch BBS forged aluminum-alloy wheels Wheel locks 225/45R18 summer performance radial tires 225/40R19 W-speed-rated summer performance radial tires Exterior Dimensions Wheelbase (in) 106.4 Track, front (in) 59.1 Track, rear (in) 59.3 Length (in) 175.6 Width (in) 69.7 Height (in) 52.8 Minimum ground clearance - laden (in) 4.7

Automatic climate control with pollen filter Power windows with driver's one-touch down/up feature Power door locks with 2-stage unlocking Cruise control with steering-wheel-mounted controls Bluetooth® hands-free phone capability† Remote keyless entry system Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® Illuminated visor vanity mirrors Tilt steering wheel 12-volt power outlet Remote trunk and fuel-door release Dual front map lights Rear window defogger with timer Storage Lockable glove compartment Front center console storage with dual cup holders Overhead sunglasses holder Rear console with covered storage Seating & Trim 4-passenger seating Manual driver's seat 8-way power driver's seat with adjustable lumbar support Recaro® front sport seats Manual front passenger seat Rear bucket seats with trunk pass through Driver's seat memory Heated front seats Cloth-trimmed sport seats Leather-trimmed sport seats Leather- and cloth-trimmed seats Leather-wrapped steering wheel Leather-wrapped shift knob with aluminum-alloy accent (MT)

accent (AT) Leather-wrapped parking brake handle Aluminum-alloy pedals and driver's footrest (MT only) Door sill plates with aluminum-alloy inserts Carpet floor mats Audio & Navigation AM/FM/CD stereo with 6 speakers Bose® Centerpoint® Surround Sound System with AudioPilot® 2, AM/FM stereo, in-dash 6-disc CD changer and 9 speakers SIRIUS Satellite Radio-compatible audio system†† SIRIUS Satellite Radio with free 4-month subscription Auxiliary-audio input jack Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls Navigation system with 7-inch color display Instrumentation Digital speedometer Analog tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel gauge Dual trip odometers Center instrument panel display (air conditioning, audio & clock) Interior Dimensions & Capacities Headroom, front/rear without moonroof (in) 38.2/36.8 38.2/36.8 Headroom, front/rear with moonroof (in) 36.7/36.5 Shoulder room, front/rear (in) 54.8/54.9 Hip room, front/rear (in) 53.3/48.1 Legroom, front/rear (in) 42.7/32.2 EPA passenger volume (cu ft) 89.0 EPA cargo volume (cu ft) 7.6

2011 RX-8 Sport Grand Touring R3 Safety Advanced front air bags with seat belt-use, passenger-weight and driver's seat-position sensors‡ Front side-impact air bags and side-impact air curtains‡ 3-point seat belts for all seating positions Front seat-belt pretensioners with force limiters Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)‡‡ and Traction Control System (TCS) Side-impact door beams – front and rear Collapsible steering column Security Engine-immobilizer antitheft system Antitheft alarm system Keyless remote panic button (on key fob) Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Wheel locks LATCH child-safety-seat anchors & upper tether anchors

‡ Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in appropriate child restraints. ** EPA-estimated mileage. Actual results may vary. †† SIRIUS Satellite Radio-compatible audio system requires additional dealer-installed hardware and subscription. ‡‡ Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is an electronic system to help the driver maintain control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether DSC will be effective in preventing loss of control. Please see the Owner's Manual for further details. standard option Accessory not available 2011 RX-8 Options & Packages 2011 RX-8 Sport Grand Touring R3 Options Navigation system - DVD-based with 7-inch LCD touch screen Exterior Moonroof wind deflector / Door edge guards / / / Rear wing spoiler (automatic transmission only) / / Splash guards / / Interior All-weather floor mats / / / Cargo net / / / Cargo organizer / / / Cargo tray / / / Collapsible cargo carrier / / / Spare tire mounting kit Audio In-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer / SIRIUS Satellite Radio with free 4-month subscription / /