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BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,080 Mazda RX-8 Manual | |||||||
| Difference: $11,615 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,394 Mazda RX-8 Manual | |||||||
| Difference: $11,331 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | M3 | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $37,500 | $39,000 | $43,750 | $50,150 | $62,000 | $26,435 | $26,435 |
| Base Invoice | $35,180 | $36,560 | $40,930 | $46,820 | $57,720 | $24,458 | $24,458 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | 900 | |||||
| Premium Package | 3,100 | 3,100 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | |||||
| Sport Line | 1,700 | 1,700 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 950 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Grand Touring Package | 5,335 | 4,635 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 360 | 360 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,721 | 1,721 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | 820 | |||||
| Premium Package | 2,820 | 2,820 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | |||||
| Sport Line | 1,545 | 1,545 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 865 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Grand Touring Package | 4,922 | 4,277 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 288 | 288 | |||||
| Options (change) | 7,200 | 7,200 | 7,600 | 7,600 | 1,500 | 7,695 | 6,995 |
| Options (change) | 6,550 | 6,550 | 6,930 | 6,930 | 1,365 | 6,931 | 6,286 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 650 | 650 |
| Total Price | $45,695 | $47,195 | $52,345 | $58,745 | $64,495 | $34,780 | $34,080 |
| Total Invoice | $42,725 | $44,105 | $48,855 | $54,745 | $60,080 | $32,039 | $31,394 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda RX-8 Automatic | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,045 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,989 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | M3 | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 300hp I6 | 335hp I6 H | 425hp I6 | 212hp R2 | 232hp R2 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | M6 | T8 | M6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 300, 9 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $45,695 | $47,195 | $52,345 | $58,745 | $64,495 | $34,780 | $34,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,845 | -5,295 | -4,720 | -5,895 | -4,470 | -975 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,850 | $41,900 | $47,625 | $52,850 | $60,025 | $33,805 | $34,080 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $50 | $5,775 | $11,000 | $18,175 | $0 | $275 |
| Total Invoice | $42,725 | $44,105 | $48,855 | $54,745 | $60,080 | $32,039 | $31,394 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,595 | -4,948 | -4,405 | -5,494 | -4,164 | -898 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,130 | $39,157 | $44,450 | $49,251 | $55,916 | $31,141 | $31,394 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $27 | $5,320 | $10,121 | $16,786 | $0 | $253 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | M3 | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $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 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||||
| 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, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,095 | $7,545 | $6,970 | $8,145 | $6,720 | $3,225 | $2,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,845 | $5,295 | $4,720 | $5,895 | $4,470 | $975 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,595 | -4,948 | -4,405 | -5,494 | -4,164 | -898 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | RX-8 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 174.3 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,411 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 48.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2050 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 24% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2050 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 24% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 36% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 30% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 70% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 36% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 30% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 70% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Automatic
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | Yes |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 4650 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 4100 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 19% |
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