Expensive to run a Mazda RX-8?

How are the Mazda RX-8s for fuel consumption and insurance since they are rotary engines?

Fuad Bennani (Castlebar)

Dec 2012 Filed under: running costs

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Expert answer

Hi Fuad,

Hellish in both respects. The RX-8 is a terrific car, and was always one of our favourites, but they do suck fuel pretty badly. If you’re able to keep it above 25mpg on average, you’ll be doing well. Insurance is pricey because, even though the engine has a swept capacity of just 1.3 litres, it’s still a 190-230hp rear-drive sports car, and no insurer is going to be fooled by the engine capacity in this case. 

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
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