The unique interior of the Mazda RX-8 is a superb balance of authentic sports-car styling, quality craftsmanship and innovative engineering, all designed to deliver maximum driving pleasure and complete comfort.

All four bucket seats provide optimal support for high performance driving. Thinner seats optimise cabin space and a concave floor at the front enables the lower slung sports car proportions.

High quality interior materials including soft fabrics and soft-touch plastics feature throughout and innovative lighting and intuitive positioning of all controls create a driver-orientated focus.

As well as sleek sports styling, the Mazda RX-8 contains enough room to make it a truly practical car for everyday use. The Freestyle door system permits unparalleled access to the rear seats which easily accommodate full size adults.

The rear door-opening angle is also set to optimally reduce the effort of door opening. Lightweight aluminium rear door construction and absence of centre pillars assure smooth and effortless door operation and a spacious door opening area. Loading baggage onto the rear seats also becomes supremely easy.

In addition, a 290-litre boot volume means you'll have enough room for all your gear. The console box also incorporates a new idea in space efficient stowage: the lid, which doubles as an armrest slides rearward to reveal two cup holders behind the gearshift lever. In its rearmost position the console box opens to reveal storage for four CD cases.

There are loads more smart storage spaces thoughtfully placed throughout the cabin, including map pockets, so you'll find everything you need for a comfortable journey.