Mazda RX-8 with 1.8T 20V Volkswagen/Audi Engine Acceleration & Sound Misc by turboandstance - February 21, 2017May 15, 2026 The Mazda RX-8 1.8T swap proves that engine swaps truly have no limits. Originally known for its high-revving rotary engine, this RX-8 takes a completely different direction by replacing the rotary powerplant with a Volkswagen/Audi 1.8T 20V turbo engine. Equipped with a K04-24 turbocharger, the build produces around 330HP and