2011 Mazda RX-8
2011 Mazda RX-8 — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: Grand Touring
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2011 Mazda RX-8 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2011 Mazda RX-8 typically asks about $4,200 versus a $27,800 starting MSRP when new — roughly 15% retained. The 2011 Mazda RX-8 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Fuel System) and 4 owner complaints. Compare years below for recalls, year-over-year changes, and running-cost estimates before you buy.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$4,200
15% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$27,800
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
3
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
4
Top: Fuel System
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2011 RX-8?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints for the 2011 Mazda RX-8. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Fuel System
2021-09-24
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 RX-8 and 2006-2007 MazdaSpeed6 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the fuel pump mounting rings.
Campaign 21V744000
Air Bags
2019-06-24
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Mazda RX-8 vehicles that were previously recalled under recall 18V-716 but have not yet been repaired. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment…
Campaign 19V488000
Air Bags
2018-06-15
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 and 2004 MPV vehicles nationwide. Mazda is also recalling 2005-2006 MPV vehicles in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas,…
Campaign 18V402000
Owner complaints
4 complaints · 1 crash-related · 2 fire-related. Top components:
- Fuel System1
- Fuel/Propulsion System1
- Suspension1
- Unknown Or Other1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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OLD CARS ARE THE BEST! 2011 Mazda RX-8
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Photos
How much does a used 2011 RX-8 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $4,200 in typical used asking against a $27,800 starting MSRP — roughly 15% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $27,800
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $4,200
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 15% of MSRP
~$23,600 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2011 RX-8?
The 2011 Mazda RX-8 is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The Mazda RX-8 ended after 2011. This page covers the final model year. The 2011 Mazda RX-8 was the final model year covered in this catalog. The Mazda RX-8 is a sports car manufactured by Japanese automobile manufacturer Mazda between 2003 and 2012. It was first shown in 2001 at the North American International Auto Show. It is the direct successor to the RX-7. Like its predecessors in the RX range, it is powered by a rotary Wankel engine.
- 3 NHTSA recalls
- Final U.S. catalog year
- About 174.4 × 69.7 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2011 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 232 hp, 18 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
232 hp
Combined MPG
18 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2011 selected trim (18 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$2,333
5-year energy
$11,667
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 18 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 1.3L Renesis Rotary
- Drivetrain
- RWD
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 174.4 in
- Width
- 69.7 in
- Height
- 52.8 in
- Wheelbase
- 106.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3108.5 lb
- Seating
- 4
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 18
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Grand Touring | Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 232 hp | 212 hp |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 19 |
| Engine | 1.3L Renesis Rotary | 1.3L Renesis Rotary |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Seating | 4 | 4 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 212 | — | — | 19 | RWD | |
| 232 | — | — | 18 | RWD | |
| 232 | — | — | 18 | RWD |