The Mazda RX-3 is a compact rear-wheel-drive coupe, sedan, and wagon produced from 1971 to 1978, sold in Japan under the name Savanna. It is best known for its Wankel rotary engine, initially a 10A twin-rotor unit displacing approximately 982cc, which gave the lightweight body strong performance relative to its size. The RX-3 built a notable motorsport reputation, achieving significant success in touring car racing across multiple markets including Australia and the United States. A high-performance SP variant was offered in certain markets, featuring tuned rotary specifications intended for competition homologation purposes.
