Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 2 recorded runs

Mazda RX-4 0–60 Times

The Mazda RX-4 0–60 times and quarter mile times below are from 2 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Road & Track and more.

The fastest tested Mazda RX-4 is the 1974 Mazda RX-4 Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 9.7 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 17.40 seconds at 82.0 mph, according to Road & Track.

The slowest tested Mazda RX-4 is the 1975 Mazda RX-4 Wagon, which took 11.7 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 18.00 seconds at 77.5 mph, according to Road & Track.

Out of all the Mazda RX-4 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 10.70 seconds The average quarter mile time is 17.70 seconds at 79.75 mph.

Fastest 0–60 9.7sec 1974 Coupe

Average 0–60 10.70sec Across 2 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 17.70sec @ 79.8 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 11.7sec 1975 Wagon

Across 2 verified runs, the Mazda RX-4 ranges from 9.7 to 11.7 seconds 0–60, with a 10.70-second average.

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Tests by model year

2 tests · 2 years

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1975

Mazda RX-4 · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 11.70 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 18.00 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#02

1975 Mazda RX-4 Wagon

11.7sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

18.00s ¼ mi @ 77.5 mph

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0–60 mph 11.70 sec

¼ Mile ET 18.00 sec

Trap Speed 77.5 mph

Engine 1.3L R2

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 4M

MPG EPA 17 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Wagon

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Road & Track

Overall Rank #2 of 2

1974

Mazda RX-4 · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 9.70 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 17.40 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#01

1974 Mazda RX-4 Coupe

9.7sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.40s ¼ mi @ 82.0 mph

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0–60 mph 9.70 sec

¼ Mile ET 17.40 sec

Trap Speed 82.0 mph

Engine 1.3L R2

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 4M

MPG EPA 17.5 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Coupe

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Road & Track

Overall Rank #1 of 2

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Performance distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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Frequently asked

6 questions

The quickest Mazda RX-4 on record is the 1974 Mazda RX-4 Coupe, which runs 0–60 mph in 9.7 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 17.40 seconds at 82.0 mph.

The slowest recorded Mazda RX-4 is the 1975 Mazda RX-4 Wagon, which takes 11.7 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 18.00 seconds in the quarter.

Averaged across all 2 verified runs, a Mazda RX-4 reaches 60 mph in 10.70 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 17.70 seconds at roughly 79.8 mph.

We have verified test data for 2 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.

Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Road & Track. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.

0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Road & Track

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mazda RX-4 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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