2011 RX-8
Engine & Mechanical
2011 RX-8
Engine
Engine type
Engine code
Horsepower
- Manual transmission
- Automatic transmission
Torque
Redline
- Manual transmission
- Automatic transmission
Displacement (cc)
Compression ratio
Fuel system
Required fuel
Ignition system
Induction system
Exhaust
- Manual transmission
- Automatic transmission
Rotor housing
Side housing
Emission control type (Fed/Cal)
Fuel economy
Manual transmission (city/hwy)**
Sport
Multi-port electronic fuel injection
Electronic 4-coil with iridium-tipped multi-electrode spark plugs
6 side intake ports with 3-stage variable induction system (VIS) and variable fresh air duct
Stainless steel with low back pressure main muffler
Aluminum with chrome-steel liner
standard
option
Engine Type
232-hp, RENESIS 2-rotor, rotary engine with 6-speed
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)
Grand Touring
1.3-liter 2-rotor rotary
RENESIS
232 hp @ 8500 rpm
212 hp @ 7500 rpm
159 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm
9000 rpm
7500 rpm
1308
10:1
Premium unleaded (91 octane)
Stainless steel
Cast iron
Tier2 Bin5 / ULEV II
16/22
Accessory
not available
R3