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.
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.