In all releases, following the 3DO original release, it is grouped in Class C alongside the Acura NSX and Toyota Supra Turbo. It is also a popular car in pop culture with its frequent appearances in racing games and action movies, and has been successful in drift motorsport as well. It was universally praised by critics, because of its rotary engine, which is unusual for cars and is noted for being powerful, thanks to a twin-turbo system. The Type RZ and Spirit R were limited edition versions of the Series 8. The Series 8 was updated with a new body kit, spoiler, tail lights, and upgraded turbochargers. The Series 7 featured minor engine changes and was only sold in right-hand drive. In some countries such as Germany, the Series 6 was the only model to be exported due to new emission regulations. The Series 6 was the most successful car in terms of sales, as it was exported worldwide.

It succeeded the Mazda RX-7 FC and consisted of the Series 6 (1992 to 1995), Series 7 (1996 to 1998), and Series 8 (1999 to 2002) model generations.

The 1995 Mazda RX-7 (FD3S) (Series 6), also known as Ẽfini RX-7, is a rotary engine powered sports car, which was produced from 1992 to 2002.