2009 Mazda RX8 speed pic review

We can expect that Mazda will ship the RX-8 with a choice of two rotary power plants without much difference in the 2009 RX-8 price. The high performance rotary engine that will power one of the two models will generate 247 horsepower at 8,500 rpm with a redline of 9,000. The lower performance power plant develops 207 horsepower at 7,200 rpm and redlines at 7,200 rpm. Since there is no reciprocating vibration in a Wankel engine, the engine runs very smoothly, even turbine-like. This affords the 2009 Mazda RX-8 driver an exceptionally smooth ride and thrilling acceleration. Once you have driven a Wankel, you don't want to go back to the reciprocating piston engine.

Starting right from the weight distribution to the four wheels, the 2009 Mazda RX 8 is very well balanced, with an exceptionally low center of gravity. Mazda has used the most recent advances in carbon fiber and manufacturing techniques to keep the weight of the RX 8 down while maintaining strength. Mazda will ship with two transmission configurations, state of the art suspension and brakes:

A close-ratio 6-speed manual for the higher end power plant A 4-speed automatic with paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel to achieve a "semi-manual" mode for the lower end model Double-wishbone front suspension and long-link multilink rear suspension Disc brakes with ABS are used all round with a heavier "Sport" version optional

The 2009 Mazda RX-8 is a little unusual in that it sports smaller rear doors to make entry into the back seats much easier. There may be some debate over the practicality of a sports car with seating for four. Overall, the cockpit is spacious and comfortable for average sized adults. Instrumentation is ergonomically placed and easily read. The 2009 Mazda RX 8 will be a classic in its thoughtful design and unique features:

• High quality Bose sound system tuned to the RX 8
• Access to the relatively spacious rear seat is through a pair of rear-hinged suicide doors
• A new sporty low-pitched exhaust rumble, instead of the rotary engine's more typical high-pitched drone
• A 10-cubic-foot trunk area will accommodate a pair of size 67 Samsonite suitcases.

Many features of the new 2009 Mazda RX8 make it a very practical sports car while it also sports advanced performance features that will turn heads and heighten the pulse rate of the driver. This combination of practicality and sportiness make the 2009 Mazda RX-8 price more reasonable for those torn between a true sports car and one of those family-sports vehicles. One look at the 2009 RX 8 pic may be all it takes however, since this is no run of the mill sports car.