Does the gas mileage of the RX-8 ever make you contemplate selling?
03-10-2010, 01:52 PM
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Gas mileage is pretty much the only reason I wouldn't go with another 8 for my next vehicle. Sorry...it's 2010...barely getting 20 hwy is unacceptable. Hopefully the 16x can address this.
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03-10-2010, 01:58 PM
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Gas mileage is pretty much the only thing I ignore when selecting a vehicle. Sorry...it's 2010...gas costs more than it used to. So does going to a movie, going out to eat, going to an amusement park, going golfing, etc...
Gas is an entertainment expense for me. And far more satisfying.
Gas is an entertainment expense for me. And far more satisfying.
03-11-2010, 01:29 AM
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this is why some people shouldnt buy the eight. they just always focus on the bads, never think about the goods.
no car is perfect just saying.
just for the record, people by bottled water knowing its more expensive than gas and they still buy it. have you seen them complaining about how expensive bottled water is? never.
no car is perfect just saying.
just for the record, people by bottled water knowing its more expensive than gas and they still buy it. have you seen them complaining about how expensive bottled water is? never.
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03-11-2010, 01:59 AM
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Getting used to 12-13MPG with an Infiniti and the same with the RX8 while babying it 99% of the time. I knew what I was getting into. No, I have never even thought about selling the RX8. I have recently thought about saving up and getting an economical daily driver withing a year or two though 
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03-11-2010, 07:37 AM
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All who owns a RX8 should know it's not a considered DD.... there are those who risk the chance ignoring important details from experienced owners, but everyone does what they feel like it's right...
03-11-2010, 07:44 AM
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Granted this car is no Prius, but damn i STILL dont grasp all you who get such atrocious mileage. I get easily mid 20's cruising at US highway speeds. I am living in europe right now and spend the MAJORITY of my time on the highway cruising 6th gear ~6,000rpms...... and i stay in the throttle in non-hwy driving. and i STILL get 18 mpg.
I have most certainly been able to produce as little as 13-14mpg in the past, but i drive this beast like i stole it out here and have no issues...
I have most certainly been able to produce as little as 13-14mpg in the past, but i drive this beast like i stole it out here and have no issues...
03-11-2010, 08:44 AM
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Granted this car is no Prius, but damn i STILL dont grasp all you who get such atrocious mileage. I get easily mid 20's cruising at US highway speeds. I am living in europe right now and spend the MAJORITY of my time on the highway cruising 6th gear ~6,000rpms...... and i stay in the throttle in non-hwy driving. and i STILL get 18 mpg.
I have most certainly been able to produce as little as 13-14mpg in the past, but i drive this beast like i stole it out here and have no issues...
I have most certainly been able to produce as little as 13-14mpg in the past, but i drive this beast like i stole it out here and have no issues...
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03-11-2010, 09:04 AM
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Most sporty cars over 200hp get poor economy because we hot rod them. The rx8 is a little worse by 3 or 4 mpg but consistent. The competition generally use 91 octane, I use 87 so there is some equalization there. The rx8 also has lower insurance costs which help. My Lincoln only averages 17-19(same as the 8) with its 3.6 v6(265hp) and 1 sec slower than the 8 in the 1/4 mile. The 8 is so much more fun to drive the extra gas is worth it. I always think fun per gallon(fpg) with sportscars. That's all that matters and the rx8 is one of the highest rated. I only drive 7k/year so gas cost is not a big problem. Gas was $5/gal 2 years ago about $270/gal now, so we should be happy now and banking the savings.
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03-11-2010, 12:26 PM
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No. I don't even measure my mileage. I bet it gets better mileage than my 7, but I don't measure it either.
Of course it helps that I work at home and only drive 2 or 3 times a week.
Of course it helps that I work at home and only drive 2 or 3 times a week.
03-11-2010, 12:29 PM
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No, I knew what I was getting into before buying the car. I like the Wankel engine and the dynamics of this car way too much. To me Fun factor > mpg. If you need a good mpg car, this is not the car for you.
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03-11-2010, 12:33 PM
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Nope, the idea has NEVER crossed my mind in almost 5 years of ownership. Honestly, not once.
I did not buy this car for it's fuel mileage so it's mpg's will never be a reason for me selling it. I knew what I was getting into when I ordered it.
I did not buy this car for it's fuel mileage so it's mpg's will never be a reason for me selling it. I knew what I was getting into when I ordered it.
03-11-2010, 09:28 PM
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After owning my 8 for over 5 years, I've boiled it down to this: it's not the MPG that's the issue; it's how many gallons a month are you willing to buy. I have co-workers who drive cars that get 2 or 3 times the MPG of my 8, but their monthly gasoline bill is still higher than mine. It's the commuting distance, dummy :-)
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03-11-2010, 10:24 PM
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I am seriously thinking about it. Gas mileage is a big minus, but what I am getting in performance for the gas mileage is pretty sad. Without beating on it, I can only average 20 tops in regular driving. The dealers and I are $2K away from finishing the deal, so I still have my RX-8 for now.
03-11-2010, 11:47 PM
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Never thought about ditching my 8 due to gas mileage...
I have however thought of:
-ditching for a R3 =p
-ditching because I had the 8 for 5 years now...
-ditching because driving the 8 in very, very bad snowdays (I drive the 8 all year round even in -30 degrees celsius) make me wish I had an AWD car...
I have however thought of:
-ditching for a R3 =p
-ditching because I had the 8 for 5 years now...
-ditching because driving the 8 in very, very bad snowdays (I drive the 8 all year round even in -30 degrees celsius) make me wish I had an AWD car...
03-12-2010, 07:08 AM
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Gee...I can't imagine why? It's like posting in a VW forum and asking if they love their VWs.
Oh noes! My car actually burns gas. Maybe I should have opted for the RX-8 Hybrid model.
BTW - You have to pay to play. And boy does my 8 put a smile on my face every time I play.
Oh noes! My car actually burns gas. Maybe I should have opted for the RX-8 Hybrid model.BTW - You have to pay to play. And boy does my 8 put a smile on my face every time I play.
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03-12-2010, 10:58 AM
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Gee...I can't imagine why? It's like posting in a VW forum and asking if they love their VWs.
Oh noes! My car actually burns gas. Maybe I should have opted for the RX-8 Hybrid model.
BTW - You have to pay to play. And boy does my 8 put a smile on my face every time I play.
Oh noes! My car actually burns gas. Maybe I should have opted for the RX-8 Hybrid model.BTW - You have to pay to play. And boy does my 8 put a smile on my face every time I play.