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Mazda RX-7 (FD3S)
#50 • Japan • 1992 - 2002 • JDM Legend

Mazda RX-7 (FD3S)

The Sequential Twin-Turbo Rotary Artwork

The Mazda RX-7 (FD3S) is globally revered as a definitive milestone in automotive history. Featuring a 1.3L 13B-REW Twin-Rotor Sequential Twin-Turbo delivering 255 - 280 HP, it achieved an illustrious legacy of the sequential twin-turbo rotary artwork.

Technical Specifications

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Key Highlights

  • World's first mass-production sequential twin-turbocharged rotary vehicle
  • Perfect 50:50 front-mid-engine balance with timeless flowing curves
  • Celebrated in Japanese touge racing lore and Initial D by Keisuke Takahashi

Development History & Cultural Legacy

The development of the Mazda RX-7 (FD3S) (1992 - 2002) represents a watershed moment for Mazda and the automotive industry. Engineered in Japan during the 1990s, this machine pushed the boundaries of speed, styling, and engineering. Its 1.3L 13B-REW Twin-Rotor Sequential Twin-Turbo paired with a 5-speed manual with Torsen LSD allowed it to reach 256 km/h with breathtaking acceleration (5.1s 0-100 km/h). Over the decades, it won countless accolades, inspired generations of drivers, and permanently cemented its reputation as a world-renowned icon.

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