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2011 Mazda RX-8 fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2011 Mazda RX-8. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 19 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 16 city / 23 highway.

At a glance

Combined
18 to 19 MPG depending on version
City and highway
16 and 23 most efficient version
Yearly fuel cost
$4,350 EPA estimate, most efficient version

Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov

Every version the EPA tested

VersionEngineDriveCityHighwayCombinedYearly fuel cost
RX-8
Automatic (S6)
2-cyl 1.3L Rear-Wheel Drive 162319 MPG $4,350
RX-8
Manual 6-spd
2-cyl 1.3L Rear-Wheel Drive 162218 MPG $4,550
EPA estimates under standard test conditions. Your mileage will vary with driving style, load and weather.

At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $4,350 per year in fuel, versus $4,550 for the least efficient.

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