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Ford Explorer 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.
Ford Explorer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,205 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: $5,590 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,794 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: $5,502 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $26,350 |
| Base Invoice | $30,027 | $35,268 | $24,346 |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 45 |
| Premium Package | 1,650 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,100 | ||
| Cargo net | 40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 36 |
| Premium Package | 1,417 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,013 | ||
| Cargo net | 32 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 280 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,875 | 75 | 3,185 |
| Options (change) | 2,444 | 64 | 2,778 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 670 |
| Total Price | $35,795 | $38,755 | $30,205 |
| Total Invoice | $33,296 | $36,157 | $27,794 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,795 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,832 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 158hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 17/25 MPG | 20/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 205/45-17 |
| Total Price | $35,795 | $38,755 | $30,205 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,795 | -3,360 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,000 | $35,395 | $30,205 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $33,296 | $36,157 | $27,794 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,670 | -3,135 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,626 | $33,022 | $27,794 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,396 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Convertible top | $3000 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,530 | $9,095 | $5,735 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,795 | $3,360 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,670 | -3,135 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | MX-5 Miata |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 91.7 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 157.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 67.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 49.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,557 lb. | 2,527 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 12.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1575 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 9% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 36% |
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