Mazda RX-7

19841995 · 36 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
17
Best
18

The Mazda RX-7 has been tested by the EPA across 36 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 1995. Over this period, the RX-7 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 17 MPG to 18 MPG, with an overall average of 17 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1995
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850152218MPG
1995
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,850152318MPG
1994
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1994
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,850152318MPG
1993
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1993
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,850152318MPG
1992
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
1992
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1991
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1991
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1991
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
1990
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1990
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1990
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
1989
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1989
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1989
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
1988
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1988
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1988
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
1987
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1987
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
1987
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1986
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
1986
1.3L Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
1985
1.1L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1985
1.1L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
1985
1.1L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
1985
1.1L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1985
1.3L 2-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
1984
1.1L 2-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1984
1.1L 2-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1984
1.3L 2-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1984
1.1L 2-cyl
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1984
1.1L 2-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
1984
1.3L 2-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG

Historical Efficiency

1995
18
1994
18
1993
18
1992
18
1991
18
1990
18
1989
18
1988
18
1987
18
1986
18
1985
17
1984
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (RX-7) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mazda RX-7. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mazda Mazda RX7 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
10
Total Deaths
9

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
20.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
30.0%
DUI Involved
20.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

80%
Front
0%
Side
20%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1993
3
1992
1
1990
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory