Mazda RX-7 Coupe (1986-)
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Performance to money ratio is unbeatable.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Parts are expensive, fuel consumption is ridiculous, 19mpg on a good day.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice, very sporty, very responsive, feels like a racing car!

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Hold tight!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Engines can blow, mine did, don't use it for short journeys, it will kill the engine.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Somebody asked me if it was a Ferarri.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Seats are nice, but not one for long journeys, quite cramped.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not good, get an immobiliser.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Blew a rotor tip, new engine fitted.

    Other

    Pipe housing on expansion tank, cost £75 from Mazda.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes