Page 5 of 07 Mazda RX-8 Brochure by Mazda USA

it s all about the art of communication maintaining accurate nearly intuitive communication between man and machine is a top priority in the mazda rx-8 which explains the driver-centric design of its expertly crafted cockpit the leather-wrapped steering wheel that tilts to provide a better driving position and includes controls for the audio system and cruise control the centrally located oversized tach and highcontrast electroluminescent gauges the leather-wrapped gearshift knob and the ultra-precise short-throw manual gearbox for quicker more accurate shifts the racing-inspired aluminum foot pedals precisely positioned to promote easier heel-and-toe downshifts and standard in the touring and grand touring editions the addition of both a 300-watt bose® 9-speaker audio system and in-dash 6-disc cd changer to enhance communication even further a dvd-based navigation system with a retractable lcd screen and a sirius satellite radio receiver are also available whether the communication is seen felt or heard the rx-8 cockpit is designed to ensure that nothing gets lost in the translation standard on rx-8 models equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission reception requires a subscription and mazda satellite radio receiver accessory kit available only in the u.s except alaska and hawaii a the available dvd-based navigation system features a fully integrated and retractable 7-inch lcd screen b an available mazda ipod ® integration module allows you to play any apple® ipod with a bottom dock connector through your rx-8 audio system you ll enjoy cd-quality sound the use of both radio and steeringwheel audio controls plus a continuously charged ipod ipod not included see your dealer for compatibility conditions and limitations on installation a b apple® and ipod® are registered trademarks of apple computer inc.

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