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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda RX-8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,590

Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring   
Difference: $12,860

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,387

Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring   
Difference: $11,606

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserRX-8
TrimTouringGrand Touring
Body2dr Convertible4dr Coupe
Base Price $18,430 $32,260
Base Invoice $17,346 $29,878
Antilock brakes (ABS) 625  
Heated front seats 250  
Leather seating surfaces 525  
Universal garage door opener 90  
Temporary spare tire   395
Antilock brakes (ABS) 575  
Heated front seats 230  
Leather seating surfaces 483  
Universal garage door opener 83  
Temporary spare tire   320
Options (change) 1,490 395
Options (change) 1,371 320
Destination 670 795
Total Price $20,590 $33,450
Total Invoice $19,387 $30,993

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda RX-8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,135
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,934
Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserRX-8
TrimTouringGrand Touring
Body2dr Convertible4dr Coupe
Engine150hp I4232hp R2
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-18
Total Price$20,590$33,450
Adjustments for Features0-725
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,590$32,725
Total Invoice$19,387$30,993
Adjustments for Features0-672
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,387$30,321

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserRX-8
TrimTouringGrand Touring
Body2dr Convertible4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Second-row high console $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Power convertible top$4000 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Surround sound $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Trip computer$150 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat$150 
Folding second row seats$300 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$5,200$5,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$725
Value of Feature Adjustments0-672

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserRX-8
Body2dr Convertible4dr Coupe
Wheelbase103.0 in106.4 in
Length168.8 in175.6 in
Width67.1 in69.7 in
Height60.6 in52.8 in
Curb Weight3,237 lb.3,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.6 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom36.5 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room41.9 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room41.4 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.4 ft37.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.3 ft37.6 ft3

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