How many miles is a Mazda Rx8 good for?
Just like any other engine, taking the time to care for it properly will make it last longer than usual, however, that could mean 80,000 miles or less. Unfortunately, if you don’t know what you’re getting into, you might run into issues later on.
What is the best year Rx8?
As the RX-8 didn’t change much over its seven year run, we’d recommend going with a 2010 or newer model due to the improvements in the engine that greatly reduce roughness, flooding and most importantly, oil consumption. If you’re on a budget and looking at an older model, try to find a low-mileage one-owner car.
How much does a Mazda RX 8 s cost?
Use of this data is subject to the AutoCheck Terms & Conditions. TrueCar has 29 used Mazda RX-8 s for sale nationwide, including a Grand Touring Automatic and a Sport Automatic. Prices for Mazda RX-8 s currently range from $4,900 to $23,900, with vehicle mileage ranging from 26,683 to 153,546.
How to double the life of your RX-8 engine?
There is no single item that can be changed to double the engine life. It requires four changes AND your adherence to common maintenances that all cars require (oil changes, air filter service, etc.). A quick philosophical aside: How can we make a few recommendations that can improve the car in major foundational ways, but the manufacturer cannot?
How many miles does a 2005 Mazda RX 8 drive?
1st owner purchased on 05/15/05 and owned in CA until 07/25/07 • 2nd owner purchased on 01/16/11 and owned in CA until 04/22/14 • 3rd owner purchased on 10/14/14 and owned in OR until 05/11/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 9,373 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 17,846 miles/year • 3rd owner drove an estimated 4,830 miles/year.
What’s the flow rating of an RX-8 engine?
As for our modern oils, we use what is known as a multi weight. The oil has a sliding viscosity index with temperature. At lower ambient temperatures, the oil has a flow rating of the lower number. In our RX-8’s, this would be the number 5 in 5W20. At full operating temperature, the rating is the higher number. Obviously that would be a 20 rating.