New Mazda RX7 in the Works?

The Hollywood Extra brings us a spec picture of what a new Mazda RX7 would look like. It’s based off of the current Miata frame, and would be smaller and less expensive than the RX8.

Looks like some design cues were pulled from older Mazda concepts on this drawing while keeping the current RX-8 curves. Might be a good idea for Mazda to offer a less expensive version of the RX-8. Surely it would remain a rotary engine with RWD, and the modification possibilities could be endless. When/if this is released, it might be a good idea for Mazda to offer the RX-8 in higher specs, separating these two models and bringing a more worthy competitor to the Nissan 350Z.

Personally, I would like to see a face-off between Mazda and Nissan. Right now the 350Z has 300 horsepower, while the RX-8 stands at 232. Even though the RX-8 is about 300 pounds lighter, the 350Z still beats it in the 0-60 by just under a second. Add a supercharger to the RX-8 though, and we’ll see how those numbers stand. They need to offer a kick-ass, high performance version for the enthusiasts.

Is there really going to be a new RX7? I am the proud owner of a 1987 RX7 FC. I never really got into the 3rd gen RX7’s,i stayed hooked on the 2nd gens and then the RX8 came out and i don’t like it either,but if the new RX7 is for real i might have to start saving some money up. I’ve seen a good amount of pic’s on the new RX7 and it looks pretty sweet (i don’t like the RX8 front end though). I get some ppl to tell m e the 4th gen RX7 is real and other ppl say it won’t get released,i need to know if it is actualy coming out….and when.

Honestly, nobody really knows for sure right now. There is only speculation and rumors, as you can see here. With the way Mazdas design has been going (which I personally like,) I wouldn’t expect you to like the new RX7 if it comes out if you don’t like the RX8 or 3rd gen RX7.

looks weak compare to my gtr v-spec

I love how it says that the new RX7 should be a good competitor for the 350Z, while the current RX8 already is. As if the RX8 isn’t “worthy”. It’s edging out the 350Z’s at Autocross events across the country. Closely matched, but the RX8 is still beating out the 350Z. So, if they can make the new RX7 faster, they need a better car to compare it against. New GTR sounds like a good possible comparison.

Funny how the first guy with the 1987 rx7 “doesnt like” the rx8s. I have a 05 rx8 and I think most people would agree with me when I say that it blows the old ones away. Sour grapes anyone?

i own a fd 430bhp rx7, and so far i haven’t come accross a rx8 that can beat my rex, or my fc, and i can say for sure, the new one will also be slow and crap (like the

older the car the faster and better they are, (proven fact)

I’m a big Fan Of Rx7, especially FD3S(although I didn’t own one) lets hope it’s not as disappointed as Rx8..

Well…… i have see other concept of this new RX-7 in other media, it looks better and have a gorgeus muscle, i think New GTR is fast but new RX-7 will have more attitude in new rotary engine, i guess new RX-7 have a big chance to smoke the new GTR even more……..

To Chris with the Rx-8, the second gen rx-7 with proper tuning would make your car look like a Citroen. The rx-8 is truly the successor to the third gen rx-7, all show and no go. Too much creature comfort, too many seats and too many creature comforts. I bought a second gen rx-7 when I was in high school a decade ago, popped in a 20b and some bolt ons and I still walk all over most modern cars. Hell my daily driver is a MKV GTi with nothing but a chip, CAI and turbo back exaust on the go fast side and I walk all over my neighbors RX-8. Sour grapes my @ss.

well i have a gt 500 elanor shelby mustang & a dodge charger rt i had a rx7 there good for drifting in but thts a bout it the should make some improvements evern my mustang cold handle better thn tht thing but its got pertentichal but i lik the looks tho very nice

Actually, I own and FD, and am not really sure what you’re talking about. I have taken on Chargers as well as Mustangs (both old and new), and I have not had one keep up with me around turns yet. And my suspension needs work to boot.

I’m guessing you did not know how to drive the car with “they’re good for drifting” comment. That’s not the original intent of this car. With a proper turn in and proper pedal control (not slamming on the gas) the car will grip through the turn. Better stick with the american muscle, leave the RX7s for the guys that can drive them.

well, i just wated to say to you all i enjoyed reading all your comments. regaurdless to the type of rx7 you all have it really doesnt matter. if you have one whether its the first or third t still has the kick ass rotary as its pusher and you cant ask for any better! i have 2 2nd gens and they both give me what i want when i want it. i have many plans gor my 87. i considering on takin the other two rotors from the 88 and combining it with the other to make a 4 rotor. im excited! but on the topic of the new rx7s im not too much of a fan of the front neither but dammit it still holds the name RX7! and i will be more than happy to buy one as soon as it comes out!

no production mazda within the next 10 years will even come close to beating the new GTR… i sell Porsche and i’m gonna have a hard time putting my $126k 997 turbo against the $80k GTR that runs better lap times at norburgring… no offense to the mazda faithful tho… i do like the older rx7s

With all due respect to everyone, RX-8 versus turboed RX-7 is not a fair comparison. Hopefully mazda will relrease a mazdaspeed-8 with either a supercharger or turbo, leave you RX-7s in the dust, with a way higher redline (rotarys make power well beyond 9K redline with forced induction and they are safe to operate to over 14,400RPM). And why cant Mazda release a 3.0L 5 or 6 rotary? RX-6

Hey, RX7freak13v i believe there is going to be a new Rx-7 coming out because Mazda is coming out with a new 13b….just this time is going to be a 1.6L and instead of wankel power is going to be renesis…which means more reliable, economical, and powerful then the previous one….it’s just all in due time, be patient…

Hope to see better shots of the upcoming RX-7. Still I’m not sure if Mazda should relive this model. The name RX-7 means a lot when it comes to drift or racing. The expectations will be high…!

Guys, the rx8 cannot compare with an fd. It DEFINITELY cannot compare in LOOKS, especially not with its huge, ugly fenders and bland tail lights. As far as performance, no, unfortunately it doesnt stand a chance there either due to its inability to make power. If it was turbocharged, it might be a little different, but its really nothing special. I own an FD, and I love pulling up to rx8s and walking all over them, because to be honest, I hate them and have no idea as to what Mazda was thinking when they gave birth to those suicide door abominations. Mazda is a great company, and the only Japanese company left that imports most of its cars from Japan, but they really messed up making that thing and the concepts for the new rx7 arent pretty. and for whoever keeps talking about GTRs, have you guys forgotten that the new skylines that will be released are all AUTOMATIC?????? For God sakes they are not manual, no clutch, automatic launch control, let go of the brake pedal and the car will almost drive itself! No more hard downshifting! how else do you think its possible for it to beat the new ZR1? Also, the rotary engine is not economical and was never designed to be, even the hydrogen powered ones aren’t really that great. And we dont have 5 rotors because theres no way you could put enough gas in one to get from the gas station back home. That thing would tear up the road all the time, what a beast. Scoots 4 rotor is nothing short of breath taking, but the idea of a 5 rotor scares me even more. Theres not really anything I can say to you, Radderz, if you honestly think a mustang or a charger can run with an rx7 other than are you sure you know how to drive?

sup Josh, hey I never said that the 13B was economical, i’m just saying that the new one is going to be better on gas then its predecessors

That car is epic and beast…

The GTRs said Nuernburg times are fake, according to Porsche, who put it up against 997 turbo and gt2, and the GTR didn´t stand a chance and made about half a minut worse times than what Nissan claims. So much for that. NIssan. Fake. I am pretty shure a well tuned RX7 FD would outrun both. Also, it seems Mazda have good things coming with the new 16X rotary.

I have an RX8, and I like it very much, specially the suspension performance. Yet, I want a 3 rotor Mazda, or else I am afraid, Mazda will push me and other rotary fans to other brands because our beloved Rotaries need more power. I am tired of being humilliated by piston engines that have more power than the 13B, and it is time Mazda unleashes a 3 rotor engine, even a 4 rotor. The technology is there, and your customers are slowly walking away Mazda, not because of lack of love for the rotary, but because you are taking far tooooo long for a real rotary to make appearance.
My only complaint about the RX8, besides the power issue, is the front fenders. That is the single issue that has kept many people away from the RX8, and it seems Mazda is going to commit suicide by stubornly forcing the ugliest feature our beloved RX8 has in the next RX7.
Please do not!

actually, POCKETROCKET, the gtr (NOT VSPEC) pulled a 7:26, which is, if you ask me, faster than a 7:40 (GT3). and Jaime, don’t just sit around and wait for mazda to make you a 3 rotor. if you really want one, get an rx7 (easiest is 2nd gen) and put one in. If you’re really a true rotary fan, don’t complain about the RX8 just because of its disgusting lack of torque, stock. If you put a turbo or a blower under the hood, you will soon see exactly why the rx8 is a car to be reckoned with. combined with its already nice suspension, the torque given to you from your turbo will DEFINITELY make you look at your car in a new light, even with those fender flares. shit, you might even get used to them. good luck

I know these are just concepts but lets hope thats all they ever are. I think the rx7s heritage leaves high expectations that will be hard to fullfil - especially with a body in those pics above. Making a generic bland & boxy car that looks likes a dishwasher with peugeot headlights is not gonna set the rx7 apart from its competitors. If they are gonna bite their exterior design at least copy from a unique car like the audi r8 or something that pushes the limits on how headlights etc are placed. Especially when the pop-up system is illegal and outdated therefore wont be used again. No point following current trends and making the car look like a stubby block like r35 & 350z etc, lets see how those designs will look in years to come. Mazda rx7 symbolises persistence and design innovation in my opinion and those concepts make me lose confidence in mazdas direction.

I hope Mazda ups the engine torque. I love rotaries, I have an 07 RX8, a 95 RX7, and owned several other rotaries in the past, but I am getting tired of this chickening of Mazda, that has an awesome 3 rotor engine that kicks ass, but refuses to use it, humilliating the rotaries with this nice, nimble but not serious nor torquey Renesis crap.
If the RX7 is not a 3 rotor powerhouse, I think I will be done with rotaries, I will still keep my older ones, but I am not going to buy any new rotaires eny more.
I am tired of being humiliated by silly wannaby cars like the evos, 370Zs and the Subies. A 3 rotor 20B would kick these cars off the road.
And I heard the complain about gas mileage on a 3 rotor, well, I would get one, it would not be my daily driver, but definitely my steriod ride. 3 rotor or else Mazda loses another loyal fan, that has been waiting since 1995 for a next powerhouse!

Josh.
I can get a 20B and install it in any vehicle I would want to, but what I am talking about is Mazda’s attitute towards its loyal followers. Mazda has the power to make a gnarly engine. The 370Z is a 3.7 liter car. The Renesis is a 1.3 liter engine, come on!
Mazda could build a larger motor. If you give a rotor 700 liter, you could have a 4 rotor engine and still be under 3 liters. A 4 rotor engine would have no competition. Only exotics need try. I am tired of Mazda chickening out, and humiliating me and other fans by refusing to use a 20B. I am not even talking about a 4 rotor.
If gas consumption is such a problem, why not making it hydrogen?
Mazda already used the 20B in the Mazda Cosmo back in the early 90s, why not now?

The problem is that Mazda is not and does not want to listen to its fans. The front fenders, the lack of a 20B engine ( or any new 3 or 4 rotor engine in their cars ) tells me Mazda has become a rogue company, that moves ahead w/ total disregard to its fans feedback. That is suicide and will cost Mazda its corp life.
This 13B deal is already almost 40 years old ( early 70s…we are 3 years away from 40 ) Meanwhile the piston engine has been developing at incredible pase.