Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Acura MDX Price Comparison
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For the Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Acura MDX price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the MX-5 Miata vs. MDX Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the MX-5 Miata and MDX will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring's price is $2,510 lower than the Acura MDX Premium's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Acura MDX
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,510 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,038 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | MDX | MDX |
| Trim | Grand Touring | Premium | Touring |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 158hp I4 | 300hp V6 | 300hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/27 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 7 | 410, 10 | 253, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/45-17 | 235/65-17 | 235/65-17 |
| Total Price | 29,425 | 37,740 | 40,565 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,805 | -7,130 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 29,425 | 31,935 | 33,435 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 1,500 |
| Total Invoice | 27,795 | 34,074 | 36,617 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,241 | -6,436 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 27,795 | 28,833 | 30,181 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 1,348 |
Invoice Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Acura MDX
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Acura MDXThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: 8,315 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: 6,279 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | MDX | MDX |
| Trim | Grand Touring | Premium | Touring |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 27,100 | 37,125 | 39,950 |
| Base Invoice | 25,617 | 33,459 | 36,002 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,100 | ||
| Satellite radio | 430 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,039 | ||
| Satellite radio | 344 | ||
| Total options | 1,530 | 0 | 0 |
| Total options | 1,383 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 795 | 615 | 615 |
| Total Price | 29,425 | 37,740 | 40,565 |
| Total Invoice | 27,795 | 34,074 | 36,617 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Price of the Mazda MX-5 Miata: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD | Inexpensive for a convertible sports car. |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD | Bought it used (2 years old) for $16,500 with 8000 miles on it. If you can find one you like for similar money, buy it. This model year has a 4 year bumper to bumper warranty, unlike subsequent years which are covered for 3 years. |
| 2004 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD | Great value for the car -- Used, I could get a fully loaded sports car for the same price as a new base model economy car. |
| 2003 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD | Bought used, 2 owner car, both ladies drove it only for weekend joy ride, covered and garaged, e.g. low mileage, showroom condition...3K under Blue Book. |
| 2003 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD | The price point for a used 03 Miata are quite attractive, considering other roadsters. |
| 2002 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD | Price on the later models is a bit high for how little creature comforts you get. Worth it once you find out how fun and reliable it is. Great on gas too |
| Price of the Mazda MX-5 Miata: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2003 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD | Very pricey in Canada (30k for a stripper), dealers do not want to deal. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Acura MDX
| Price of the Acura MDX: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Yes, I did until they gave $4K incentive right now |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Good value for a mid-sized luxury SUV |
| Price of the Acura MDX: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | A similarly equipped Mazda CX-9 was $4,500 less. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | They should make leases more affordable. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Given current resale values I think the original pricing was too high. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Expensive |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Higher than FX |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | Cost more than a car, but less than most SUVs. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | Can get expensive, but still a good value in the field. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | Comparatively speaking, the incentive from BMW (less $6000) was what did it for me. Acura could not match it. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | Price is too high. |
Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Acura MDX
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | MDX | MDX |
| Trim | Grand Touring | Premium | Touring |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $100 | $100 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| Cassette player | $50 | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $25 | $25 | |
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $25 | $25 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Powertrain | |||
| Lockable rear differential | $150 | $150 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | $125 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,945 | $7,750 | $9,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,805 | $7,130 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,241 | -6,436 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Acura MDX
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | MDX |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 157.3 in | 188.7 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 77.0 in |
| Height | 49.0 in | 68.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,527 lb. | 4,471 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 20.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 61.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 50.6 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 61.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 58.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 48.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 29.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 49.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 | 81.5 ft3 |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Mazda MX-5 Miata Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Mazda MX-5 Miata: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Appears to be great |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Good fit/finish and paint. Impeccalbe craftsmanship = remarkable at this price-point. Leather package with Grand Touring version is of noteworthy quality (and a recommended improvement over base cloth). Interior controls are well-designed. |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
To date it has been close to 100% perfect. |
| 2004 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Thoughtfully designed to make the most of cargo capacity in a small car. There are lots of little touches that optimize storage space and fuel economy, as well as making it feel like a luxury car. |
| 2001 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
Nice job reminding of class British/Italian convertible strong points but with better management of interior features and consistently good workmanship (see excellent reliability!). |
What Our Members Are Saying about Acura MDX Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Acura MDX: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Consistently high quality, throughout. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I appreciate beautiful and finely made items. When I get into the MDX I always feel like I am in a beautiful machine with smooth action and a lets go attitude ! It puts a smile on my face every time! |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Good fit and finish. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very good. few fit issues, but nothing worth concern |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
the fit both inside and out is first class. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just look at it and you will understand. Not a shread of cheapness. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
All parts fit together well. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The vehicle is well made using quality materials. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Fit and finish. Quality of materials. |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Nothing ever breaks! Wears like iron. Plan to keep this car until 300K or more miles. At least two people that we told about car have purchased MDXs. |
| 2001 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Car is 11 years old and near perfect. Only problem I have is outside temperature gauge is not always accurate. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Acura MDX: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The fit and finish on this vehicle did/do not meet my expectations. I drove a Lexus RX prior, and the all-around build quality, fit and finish of that vehicle was far superior. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior did not hold up to normal wear and tear. The cargo area was permanently deformed from the weight of a child stroller. The running boards were scratched within the first two weeks of ownership. Interior trim scratched during normal cleaning |
