1978 launch
SA / FB
First-generation Savanna RX-7
Identity guide available · full specifications coming soonJDM4U / 3 identity references
Three generations of rotary character.
Separate the three RX-7 generations first, so that a name, photograph or parts description is tied to the right era.

Editorial illustration · FD.
Recognise the era
Mazda dates the launches to March 1978, October 1985 and December 1991. SA / FB, FC and FD are search aliases; exact chassis and grade need confirmation.
1978 launch
First-generation Savanna RX-7
Identity guide available · full specifications coming soon1985 launch
Second-generation Savanna RX-7
Identity guide available · full specifications coming soon1991 launch
Third-generation RX-7 / ɛ̃fini RX-7

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Ask Japan Motor Hub to helpManufacturer references reviewed 8 October 2026. Launch dates and model years use the stated market or source; they do not define every market’s production period.
Editorial illustration · FD.
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