Mazda RX-8 Horsepower & Torque (2004 - 2011): How Much Power Does A RX-8 Have?

The Mazda RX-8, produced from 2003 to 2012, is a unique sports car known for its rotary Wankel engine and as the successor to the iconic RX-7.

Powered by a 1.3L rotary engine, the RX-8 delivered between 189 hp and 237 hp, with torque ranging from 159 lb-ft to 164 lb-ft depending on the configuration.

Transmission options included a 4-speed automatic, 6-speed automatic, and 6-speed manual.

Its high-revving engine, peaking at 8500 RPM, set it apart from conventional piston engines, though it was discontinued in 2012 due to emissions regulations and declining sales.

Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.

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Mid-cycle refresh: 2008-2012

2011 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The Mazda RX-8 features a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 212 hp to 232 hp, depending on the transmission configuration.

Torque remains consistent at 159 lb-ft across all configurations, with a choice of a 6-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission, both utilizing a rear-wheel drive layout.

2010 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The Mazda RX-8 features a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 212 hp to 232 hp, depending on the transmission configuration. Torque remains consistent at 159 lb-ft across all variants. The vehicle is equipped with either a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive or a 6-speed manual transmission, both utilizing a rear-wheel drive drivetrain configuration.

2009 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 212 hp to 232 hp, depending on the transmission configuration.

Torque remains consistent at 159 lb-ft across all configurations.

The vehicle features a rear-wheel-drive layout and is available with either a 6-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission.

2008 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 212 hp to 232 hp, depending on the transmission configuration.

Torque remains consistent at 159 lb-ft across all configurations. The vehicle features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive or a 6-speed manual transmission, both utilizing a rear-wheel drive drivetrain layout.

Initial release: 2003-2008

2008 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 212 hp to 232 hp, depending on the transmission configuration.

Torque remains consistent at 159 lb-ft across all configurations. The vehicle features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive or a 6-speed manual transmission, both utilizing a rear-wheel drive drivetrain layout.

2007 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The 2007 Mazda RX-8 features a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 212 hp to 232 hp, depending on the transmission configuration.

Torque remains consistent at 159 lb-ft across all configurations.

The vehicle is equipped with a rear-wheel-drive layout and offers a choice between a 6-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual transmission.

2006 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The 2006 Mazda RX-8 features a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 212 hp to 232 hp, depending on the transmission configuration.

Torque remains consistent at 159 lb-ft across all variants, with a choice of a 6-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission.

The vehicle utilizes a rear-wheel drive (RWD) drivetrain configuration.

2005 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 197 hp to 238 hp, depending on the transmission configuration.

Torque output varies from 159 lb-ft to 164 lb-ft, also influenced by the transmission type, with a 4-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual available.

2004 Mazda RX-8 Horsepower

The Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a 1.3L rotary engine, producing a horsepower range of 197 hp to 238 hp, depending on the transmission configuration.

Torque output varies from 159 lb-ft to 164 lb-ft, influenced by the choice of a 6-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The vehicle features a rear-wheel-drive drivetrain configuration.