Mazda RX-8 weight

Mazda RX-8 curb weight affects the fuel efficiency, handling, and overall driving experience. A heavier RX-8 may have a more stable ride and handle better in adverse weather conditions, but it may also require more fuel and have slower acceleration.

On the other hand, a lighter Mazda RX-8 may boast of better MPG and quicker acceleration, though it may also have reduced stability and less control on the road.

The lightest Mazda RX-8 was produced in 2005 with a weight of 3029 lbs. And the heaviest model came off the production line in 2006 with 3075 lbs pounds in curb weight.

Explore the data below and compare how other Mazda RX-8 body mass parameters like gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and payload capacity changed between the generations.

  • 2011 Mazda RX-8

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  3818 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3064 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  16.9 gal
  • 2010 Mazda RX-8

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  3818 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3064 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  16.9 gal
  • 2009 Mazda RX-8

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  3818 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3064 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  16.9 gal
  • 2008 Mazda RX-8

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  3810 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3045 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  15.9 gal
  • 2007 Mazda RX-8

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  3810 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3045 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  15.9 gal
  • 2006 Mazda RX-8

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  3810 - 3854 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3045 - 3075 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  15.9 gal
  • 2005 Mazda RX-8

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  3810 - 3854 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3029 - 3053 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  15.9 gal
  • 2004 Mazda RX-8

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  3810 - 3854 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3029 - 3053 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  15.9 gal


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