Hi everyone,

I'm not sure if this has been posted yet so here is the Mazdaspeed RX-8 press release:

Mazda Presents Limited-Production
'Mazda RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version'

- A complete model based on the RX-8 with enhanced sports driving performance -

Mazda Motor Corporation announces the release of a limited edition RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version, which is based on the RX-8 and fitted with Mazdaspeed* brand tune-up parts for enhanced sports driving performance. The RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version goes on sale from the middle of February at Mazda Anfini and Mazda dealerships throughout Japan.

The new RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version is based on the RX-8 Type S. Mazda has tuned up the engine using it's exclusively designed PCM (Powertrain Control Module) to match the modified intake and exhaust systems of the Mazdaspeed Version, as well as going through balance adjustments around the eccentric shaft in response to the lightweight flywheel. Mazda has also tuned up the suspension and fitted aero parts to further enhance sports driving performance. Those modifications, carried out under Mazda's strict quality control system, provide the RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version with well-balanced performance.

In addition, the RENESIS rotary engine has been further improved to deliver greater aerodynamic performance and even better sports car driving performance. Sharp, stable maneuverability is further enhanced while maintaining ride comfort, and the vehicle's exterior design supervised by the RX-8 chief designer expresses high performance.

The sales volume of the RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version will be limited to 300 units.
* Mazda designs and develops tune-up parts and accessories for the motorsports market under the Mazdaspeed brand.

Main Features of the RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version
1.
Specially tuned engine
- Exclusively designed PCM (Powertrain Control Module) to match the modified intake and exhaust systems.
- Customized fresh air ducts for efficient engine air intake.
- Customized sports muffler that produces a rich engine sound and reduces exhaust pressure (with catalyst).
- Special spark plugs to stabilize combustion.

2.
Use of Mazdaspeed brand parts
Engine related parts
- Double oil cooler set with improved cooling performance to handle hard driving.
- Lightweight flywheel and balance adjustments around the eccentric shaft for sharp engine response.
- Earthing kit to stabilize engine performance.
Chassis related parts
- Sports spring set to enhance driving stability (lowers vehicle by 20 mm).
- Mono-tube type shock absorbers that deliver both excellent high speed cornering performance and a comfortable ride.
- Fade resistant brake pad to enhance initial braking force and vehicle control.
Body reinforcement parts
- Front/rear strut bar and performance bar set to increase body rigidity.
- Large-diameter front/rear stabilizer bars to control rolling during cornering.
Exterior parts
- Exterior design by the RX-8 chief designer beautifully expresses driving performance with the front nose, rear under skirt, side skirt set, rear wing and Mazdaspeed ornaments, while maintaining the car's original balance.

3.
Body colors
The Mazda RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version is available in two colors: exclusive Strato Blue Mica with a high quality and striking appearance and Sunlight Silver Metallic, which is popular for its direct expression of sports driving.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (without tax)
(Unit:1,000 yen)
Model Engine Transmission Retail price
RX-8 Mazdaspeed Version Water-cooled in-line (2 rotors) 6MT 3,600

 

What was the Cd of the standard RENESIS engine?

Below is a pic:

 

Thanks Buger! This looks like it may be the RX8 I was hoping for! Let's bring it over to the US and drop the suicide doors!

 

Those bastards lied to me at SEMA!!!!!!! Told me no electronics, only visual...

Wait, this is MMC, not MNAO!!!


.31 cd of the car, not the engine.

 

so, any price range were the mazdaspeed version stands at??
i hope is not like $45,000 or more

 

hey they call me "buger " at work

 

I doubt it'll be $45,000. If it is, then there is something totally wrong over at the MazdaSpeed camp. $45,000 is almost in the BMW M3 and Porsche Boxster price range. I truely doubt that it'll be close to $45,000.

 

The price in Japan is 3,600,000 yen. For the lucky Japanese, that is 850,000 yen (about $7800 US) higher than the Japanese S-type model.

The whole price issue is a moot point though since the US emissions regs couldn't even give us a 250hp RX-8 from the factory yet.

Brian

 

One can hope though...maybe someday...

 

wait, this is old news. this is the limited mazdaspeed version that was sold in japan a while ago. it's essentially a type-s w/ all the mazdaspeed accessories added on, sans the volk wheels

 

The simple solution would be to add another rotor. If they had done that from the beginning, then they could have detuned it if they wanted, rather than start at the extreme of the engine. But what do I know... :D

 

So far this version is Japan only I guess.... and only 300 for that matter.

The rest of the world will have to wait and see.

I'm guessing the "enhanced" PCM, will look just like Canzoomer's hahahhaha.

 

0.31 CD? That's pretty good! ... and it's going to be "better"? Where did you get that number from? I know the Toyota Prius must be one of the kings with a CoD of 0.26.

 

http://www.mazdausa.com

Get specs then detailed specs... or something like that. It's listed.

 

Suposedly the "Lip spoiler" lowers the Cd to 0.30 and helps with fuel economy...

 

Like the way MAZDA coveniently have not given out the HP OR TORQUE figures for the mazdaspeed rx8 .

Shame MAZDA shame.

 

I guess they just wait and do more testing this way they will not have to announce a power rating error....

 

HMMMM

Yeah i suppose they didnt have enough time(4years) to get the correct figures out on the standard rx8s.

Shame MAZDA Shame.

Michael

 

...As I'm forced to show my car off to some new adorning fan wherever I drive....they enevitably marvel at the suicide doors, it's what none of the other makes can offer....YET. ZOOMZOOM.

 

Except for Saturn and some domestics in the 1940s/1950s. :p

 

I love it when people act like Mazda invented the suicide doors :p

 

Surely didn't invent them, and you can find them in plenty of dual-cab trucks...but there are very few [car makers] to take the same approach for a 4 passenger tourer. In other words...here in the US, you can probably count similar offerings with...2 fingers. :D

 

Saturn put them on both sides? I thought it was just one side?

We can nix the 40-50's, too.

Yeah, I hate when people check out the doors and start saying terms from the 80's about them... grrrrr!

 

Both sides now.

And why are we nixing the 40s and 50s, the 40s and 50s might not appreciate that :p

 

Check out the suicide doors on the early Subarus :D