Dodge Challenger vs Mazda RX-8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Mazda RX-8
Overview
| Spec | Dodge ChallengerSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SXT | Sport |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2023 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge ChallengerSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,100 | $26,795 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge ChallengerSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 16.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge ChallengerSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 303 hp (best) | 212 hp |
| Torque | 268 lb-ft (best) | 159 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 1.3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | rotary 0 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge ChallengerSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 16.2 cu ft (best) | 7.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,841 lbs | 3,111 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in (best) | 4.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 116 in (best) | 106.4 in |
| Length | 197.9 in (best) | 175.6 in |
| Width | 75.7 in (best) | 69.7 in |
| Height | 57.7 in (best) | 52.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge ChallengerSXT | Mazda RX-8Sport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Dodge Challenger | Mazda RX-8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SXT $31,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $26,795 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SXT $34,100 MSRP | Sport $26,795 MSRP |
| 3 | GT $34,400 MSRP | Grand Touring $32,260 MSRP |
| 4 | GT $37,400 MSRP | Grand Touring $32,960 MSRP |
| 5 | R/T $39,940 MSRP | R3 $32,290 MSRP |
| 6 | R/T Scat Pack $46,400 MSRP | — |
| 7 | R/T Scat Pack Widebody $52,395 MSRP | — |
| 8 | SRT Hellcat Jailbreak $70,590 MSRP | — |
| 9 | SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak $76,590 MSRP | — |
| 10 | SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak $78,640 MSRP | — |
| 11 | SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Jailbreak $84,640 MSRP | — |
| 12 | SRT Super Stock $86,645 MSRP | — |