While the Mazda 13B RX-8 might not have the same clout as the RX-7, it arguably should. Equipped with a capable 1.3L Rotary engine, the RX-8 is a clear sibling of the famous FD. With Jake having owned an RX-8, we know a thing or two about them. From RX-8 Coilover Guides to Common RX-8 13B Engine Problems, we’ve got you covered on RX-8 content.
What the Mazda RX-8 lacks in power, it makes up for in handling. Once ranked a top-10 handling car for under $100k, the RX-8 is one of the best handling cars on the street and on the track. However, coming in around 185whp, it certainly doesn’t offer much in the form of straight line power….
Despite the Mazda RX-8’s engine problems, it can be quite a fun little car to own and drive. What it lacks in power it makes up for in handling and quickness making it a fun street or track car for any car enthusiast. Low prices for used Rx8’s make it an affordable performance car for…
The RX-8 and its 13B motor somehow won international engine of the year back in 2003. This was obviously before it had been on the market long enough for all of its problems to arise. Overall, the engine fell far short of the 13B-REW predecessor. I had the joy of owning a 2007 RX-8 for…
I owned an RX-8 for years, but man I always wished it was an FD RX-7. With sequential turbocharging and a rotary design, the 13B-REW was a lot more capable performance wise than its successor. It was more reliable too, but rotary engines aren’t well known for their reliability or longevity. While the 13B in…
