Mazda RX-7
The Mazda RX-7 is a sports car which was manufactured and marketed by Mazda from 1978 to 2002 across three generations. It has a front mid engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and uses a compact and lightweight Wankel rotary engine.
| Manufacturer | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1978 |
| Body type | Coupé |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Mazda RX-7 (from registration data). 10 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.8 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 1.1 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 13.8 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 1.1 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.8 l/100 km | 1985 |
| 1.1 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 13.8 l/100 km | 1985 |
| 1.3 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 13.8 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 1.3 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 13.4 l/100 km | 1985–1992 |
| 1.3 l | Petrol | Manual | – | 13.1 l/100 km | 1986 |
| 1.3 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.7 l/100 km | 1986–1992 |
| 1.3 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 13.1 l/100 km | 1993–1995 |
| 1.3 l · 2-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.1 l/100 km | 1993–1995 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other Mazda models
Similar Coupé models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 87% of Mazda RX-7s pass their MOT test first time, based on 631 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Mazda RX-7 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mazda recalls.