In October 2015, as Star Wars fever gripped the world, Mazda had its star: the RX-Vision concept. With its sleek design and rotary engine, it hinted at a revival of the iconic RX-7.
Name: Mazda RX-Vision
Debut: 2015 Tokyo Motor Show
Engine: Skyactiv-R rotary engine
Output: Not Available
Drive Type: Front-Engine, Rear-Wheel-Drive
Mazda hyped up enthusiasts with talk of a “next-generation Skyactiv-R rotary” engine, paying homage to their Le Mans victory and classic Cosmo Sport. The RX-Vision wowed with its compact size, measuring just 172.8 inches long.
Inside, the retro-style instrument cluster and analog gauges added to its charm. Despite the buzz, the RX-Vision never made it to production. But Mazda kept the dream alive with the RX-Vision GT3 race car concept for Gran Turismo Sport.
This virtual racer boasted 562 horsepower from a four-rotor rotary engine. Mazda even made limited-edition scale models of the RX-Vision concept, further fueling enthusiasts’ desires.
Today, the prospect of a new rotary-powered Mazda sports car seems uncertain. Yet, hope remains with recent concepts like the Iconic SP and Mazda’s commitment to developing a new Wankel engine. Could we see the return of Mazda’s rotary-powered glory? Only time will tell.
Where Is It Now?
In 2023, you can find the RX-Vision at the Mazda Museum in Hiroshima, Japan. But don’t just drop by – you’ll need to plan ahead and schedule a tour three months beforehand. Mazda doesn’t take this beauty out often; it made a rare appearance at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in 2016. No wonder it’s kept in such pristine condition – this concept is definitely worth preserving.
