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6. Other Choices (See why?)   If you're looking for alternatives to the RX-8, you won't find any other models that provide the same combination of responsiveness, backseat space, and an affordable price. The BMW M Coupe and Porsche Cayman are sportscars that provide very impressive performance, but neither of them quite has the sharp, connected go-kart-like handling of the RX-8; however, both the BMW and the Porsche have torquey, powerful six-cylinder engines that are easier to live with.....Read more
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2009 Mazda RX-8 Related News

• Updated Mazda RX-8 coming to Frankfurt Motor Show?

  By MotorAuthority.com | 07/23/09 5:38 PM

  It's been six years since the Mazda RX-8 came on the scene and brought with it a sublime combo of handling, equipment, features, and pricing. Whether you're a rotary engine fan or not, you have to... Read more

• Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell Vehicle At NAIAS GM/SAE Conference

  By  Colin Mathews, Author | 01/19/09 12:50 PM

  The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and General Motors are teaming up to present a press conference about development of the fuel cell at the Detroit Auto Show Wednesday. The presentation will... Read more

• First Drive: 2009 Mazda RX-8 R3

  By  Bengt Halvorson, Editor | 09/08/08 1:13 PM

  “Wow! Is that the new electric sportscar?” That’s what the excited young driver of a big Ford F-150 with a biodiesel sticker ran up to ask just after I’d parked the latest version of Mazda’s RX-8... Read more

• The 2009 Mazda RX-8 Is Nigh

  By  Marty Padgett, Executive Editor | 06/06/08 9:49 PM

  While I'm updating you on world affairs and new-car intros, it wouldn't hurt to point out the 2009 Mazda RX-8 has arrived stateside, and soon you'll be able to see one in the vivid sheetmetal flesh... Read more

• More Cars Turn to Costly Premium Fuel

  By  TCC Team | 04/14/08 5:24 PM

  There was a time, when gasoline was cheap, when motorists would often upgrade to premium fuel, hoping to “baby” their cars and trucks. In most cases, it was a waste of money. Vehicles designed... Read more

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