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BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)The 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.
BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,960 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | ||||||||
| Difference: $9,385 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,604 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | ||||||||
| Difference: $9,481 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | MX-5 Miata | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | Grand Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $33,150 | $38,350 | $39,850 | $43,700 | $45,800 | $63,500 | $24,435 | $26,700 |
| Base Invoice | $31,180 | $35,960 | $37,340 | $40,885 | $42,815 | $59,100 | $22,568 | $24,654 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Aluminum trim | 500 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 435 | 435 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 950 | ||
| LED headlights | 700 | |||||||
| Premium Package | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,450 | 1,250 | ||||
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||||
| Suspension Package | 500 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | ||||||
| Satellite radio | 430 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Aluminum trim | 455 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 348 | 348 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 865 | ||
| LED headlights | 635 | |||||||
| Premium Package | 2,230 | 2,230 | 2,230 | 1,074 | ||||
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||||
| Suspension Package | 430 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | 280 | 280 | ||||||
| Satellite radio | 344 | |||||||
| Options (change) | 3,200 | 4,450 | 4,450 | 4,450 | 2,000 | 1,500 | 2,965 | 785 |
| Options (change) | 2,910 | 4,050 | 4,050 | 4,050 | 1,820 | 1,365 | 2,476 | 628 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 560 | 560 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $37,345 | $43,795 | $45,295 | $45,144 | $48,795 | $65,995 | $27,960 | $28,045 |
| Total Invoice | $35,085 | $41,005 | $42,385 | $41,929 | $45,630 | $61,460 | $25,604 | $25,842 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,650 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,724 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | MX-5 Miata | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | Grand Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 180hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 181hp I4 PiH | 320hp I6 | 425hp I6 | 170hp I4 | 170hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 | 205/45-17 | 205/45-17 |
| Total Price | $37,345 | $43,795 | $45,295 | $45,144 | $48,795 | $65,995 | $27,960 | $28,045 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,725 | -4,825 | -4,850 | -3,575 | -5,340 | -265 | -265 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,345 | $39,070 | $40,470 | $40,294 | $45,220 | $60,655 | $27,695 | $27,780 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,725 | $3,125 | $2,949 | $7,875 | $23,310 | $0 | $85 |
| Total Invoice | $35,085 | $41,005 | $42,385 | $41,929 | $45,630 | $61,460 | $25,604 | $25,842 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,424 | -4,515 | -4,505 | -3,343 | -4,973 | -243 | -244 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,085 | $36,581 | $37,870 | $37,424 | $42,287 | $56,487 | $25,361 | $25,598 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,496 | $2,785 | $2,339 | $7,202 | $21,402 | $0 | $237 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | MX-5 Miata | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 | Grand Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |||||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Convertible top | $3000 | $3000 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |||||||
| App support | $0 | |||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |||||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |||||||
| Media drive | $15 | |||||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |||||||
| Navigation system | $600 | |||||||
| S Voice support | $0 | |||||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |||||||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | |||||||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Total Value of Features | $4,955 | $9,680 | $9,780 | $9,805 | $8,530 | $10,295 | $5,220 | $5,220 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,725 | $4,825 | $4,850 | $3,575 | $5,340 | $265 | $265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,424 | -4,515 | -4,505 | -3,343 | -4,973 | -243 | -244 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Model Year | 2016 | 2006 |
| Model | 3-Series | MX-5 Miata |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 91.7 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 157.3 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 67.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 49.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,431 lb. | 2,442 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 12.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 9% |
| Total Not Requested | 2550 | 91% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 9% |
| Total Not Requested | 2550 | 91% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 9% |
| Total Not Requested | 2550 | 91% |
Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
| Suspension Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
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