2006 Mazda RX-8 Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2006 Mazda RX-8 (18–19 MPG combined) across 2 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2-cyl, 1.3 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 18–19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $4,350–$4,550
- Configurations
- 2
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-cyl 1.3 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22–23 | 18–19 | $4,350–$4,550 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX-8 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 2 | 1.3 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
| RX-8 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 2 | 1.3 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2006 Mazda RX-8?
According to EPA data, the 2006 Mazda RX-8 is rated at 18–19 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2006 Mazda RX-8 have?
The EPA data lists 2 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2006 Mazda RX-8 use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2006 Mazda RX-8?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $4,350 to $4,550.