These are the first shots of the
2010 Mazda RX-8. Obviously this test mule isn’t all that different from the current RX-8, but it appears as though a new front end is on the way at the very least. We’re not expecting big changes for Mazda’s rotary-powered sportscar, so the minimal camouflage isn’t much of a surprise. Mazda's designers are currently working on a new face of Mazda which will be applied across the lineup starting with the 2009 Mazda 3.The front covering is hiding what appears to be the new front end, and doing so very well. The headlights appear to be the same as the current car, though the side markers are also covered up and bulge out, indicating that the new car will likely be wider. Out back, meanwhile, are new taillights, as well. Some diagnostic equipment appears hooked up to one of the tailpipes, which also could indicate a new rotary for the
RX-8, most likely the 16X Renesis that first appeared in the Taiki Concept at this year's Tokyo Motor Show. We're just speculating, of course, as the current RX-8 is still scheduled for sales duty up to at least the 2010 model year.
