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RX-8 vs. Lexus IS 300

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Old 09-28-2002 | 11:09 AM
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RX-8 vs. Lexus IS 300

What is it that really makes a luxury car a luxury car? Take for instance the Lexus IS 300. This is a very nice car, but it is no luxury car in the true sense of the word.

What it is, is from a luxury car family.

The Lexus is without doubt, a sports sedan. However, not having a 6 speed manual option or a rotary engine, it loses out with me.

The Mazda RX-8, while also a sports sedan, is however, far more sporing than the IS 300.

more horsepower
lighter weight
6 speed manual
sportier design
rotary engine

Both cars would have around the same level of luxury and the RX-8 should even have a smoother running engine, you know, rotary and all. Also, Mazda has a reputation for handling that few manufacturers can equal, much less surpass.
Old 09-28-2002 | 01:34 PM
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A similar thread about this already exists too.

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