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Dodge Avenger vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Dodge Avenger vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,685

Dodge Avenger SE   
Difference: $1,505

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,134

Dodge Avenger SE   
Difference: $111

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220122008
ModelAvengerAvengerAvengerMX-5 Miata
TrimSESXT PlusR/TSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Base Price $18,995 $23,695 $25,995 $21,635
Base Invoice $18,740 $22,693 $24,800 $20,002
Quick Order Package X 2,500      
Satellite radio - one year subscription 195      
Rear spoiler   0   350
Convenience Package       1,105
Satellite radio       430
Quick Order Package X 2,225      
Satellite radio - one year subscription 174      
Rear spoiler   0   280
Convenience Package       949
Satellite radio       344
Options (change) 2,695 0 0 1,885
Options (change) 2,399 0 0 1,573
Destination 995 995 995 670
Total Price $22,685 $24,690 $26,990 $24,190
Total Invoice $22,134 $23,688 $25,795 $22,245

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Dodge Avenger vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Avenger SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,405
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19
Model Year2012201220122008
ModelAvengerAvengerAvengerMX-5 Miata
TrimSESXT PlusR/TSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Engine283hp V6283hp V6283hp V6166hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/29 MPG19/29 MPG19/29 MPG22/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6276, 6?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-18225/50-18205/50-16
Total Price$22,685$24,690$26,990$24,190
Adjustments for Features0-1,205-2,885-100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,685$23,485$24,105$24,090
Cost Above Minimum$0$800$1,420$0
Total Invoice$22,134$23,688$25,795$22,245
Adjustments for Features0-1,156-2,757-92
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,134$22,532$23,038$22,153
Cost Above Minimum$0$398$904$0

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Features Comparison: Dodge Avenger vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year2012201220122008
ModelAvengerAvengerAvengerMX-5 Miata
TrimSESXT PlusR/TSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100 
5-speed manual   $0
FWD$0$0$0 
RWD   $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200 
Remote start  $150 
Remote window/roof operation  $15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Universal garage door opener  $100 
Wind blocker, small   $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50$50 
Roll bar   $200
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350 
Stability control$400$400$400 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Traction control$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Intermittent wipers   $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75 
Exterior 
Convertible top   $3000
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100 
DVD-compatible player  $0 
Media drive  $15 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Satellite radio   $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250 
USB port  $25 
Voice control for external devices  $0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150 
Automatic headlights $125$125 
Automatic-off headlights$25   
Compass $0$0 
Fog lights $125$125$125
Heated mirrors $25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50 
Outside temperature display$50$50$50 
Trip computer $150$150 
Visor mirror, driver$10  $10
Visor mirror, passenger$10  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50 
Folding second row seats$300$300$300 
Heated front seats  $200 
Leather seating surfaces  $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$3,895$5,100$6,780$3,995
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,205$2,885$100
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,156-2,757-92

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Specifications Comparison: Dodge Avenger vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20122008
ModelAvengerMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase108.9 in91.7 in
Length192.6 in157.3 in
Width72.8 in67.7 in
Height58.4 in49.0 in
Curb Weight3,603 lb.2,441 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.6 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft35.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Avenger SE

Quick Order Package X
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Oil cooler0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250No
225/50R18 tires400No
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
283 hp@6400
260 lb-ft@4400
1000Yes
Total Requested157571%
Total Not Requested65029%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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