Mazda RX-8 vs. Honda S2000
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda RX-8 and Honda S2000 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mazda RX-8 and the Honda S2000.
When comparing the Mazda RX-8's and the Honda S2000's specifications and ratings, the Mazda RX-8 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Honda S2000 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mazda RX-8's and the Honda S2000's specifications and ratings, the Honda S2000 is a better car than the Mazda RX-8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda RX-8’s base engine makes 212 horsepower, and the Honda S2000 base engine makes 237 horsepower. The RX-8 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 389 miles. The S2000 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 330 miles.This gives the Honda S2000 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mazda RX-8 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Mazda RX-8 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, and cargo space. The Honda S2000 has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$26,435
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$34,795
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,005
Price Range:
$6,080 - $17,026
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
89,123
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
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Price Range:
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
82,221
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Mazda RX-8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda S2000 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda RX-8
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda S2000
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.8
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N/A
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N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.7
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
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N/A
Mazda RX-8 Rankings
Not yet available
Honda S2000 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda RX-8 Trim Levels
Grand Touring, R3, Sport, Touring
Honda S2000 Trim Levels
Base, CR, CR w/AC and Audio
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
212 hp @ 7500 rpm
Torque:
159 foot-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
237 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 6800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Rotary
Number of Cylinders:
2
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 389 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
238 / 330 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Bluetooth:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
7.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
34.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
44.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3111 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
52.8 inches
Length:
175.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2864 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
50 inches
Length:
162.2 inches
Wheelbase:
94.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Sparkling Black Mica
Gray
Diamond Gray Metallic
Red
Velocity Red Mica
Silver
Sunlight Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl Mica
Blue
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Berlina Black
Gray
Not available
Red
New Formula Red
Silver
Chicane Silver
White
Grand Prix White
Blue
Laguna Blue Pearl
Yellow
Rio Yellow Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black cloth
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Red
Red
