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Ford Explorer 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.
Ford Explorer vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,335 Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic) | ||
| Difference: $5,055 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,027 Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic) | ||
| Difference: $5,040 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Trim | Limited | Base (automatic) |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $35,550 | $26,435 |
| Base Invoice | $32,901 | $24,458 |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 2,000 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 60 |
| Sunroof | 850 | |
| Shinka Package | 6,885 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,721 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 45 |
| Sunroof | 723 | |
| Shinka Package | 5,923 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 5,025 | 9,340 |
| Options (change) | 4,351 | 8,009 |
| Destination | 815 | 560 |
| Total Price | $41,390 | $36,335 |
| Total Invoice | $38,067 | $33,027 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda RX-8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic) | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,005 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,315 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Trim | Limited | Base (automatic) |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 212hp R2 |
| Transmission | A6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/20 MPG | 18/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $41,390 | $36,335 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,340 | $36,335 |
| Total Invoice | $38,067 | $33,027 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,725 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,342 | $33,027 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Trim | Limited | Base (automatic) |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| White-letter tires | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,790 | $2,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,050 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,725 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 174.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,531 lb. | 3,075 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 48.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 32.2 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic)
| Shinka Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Paint, special | 0 | No |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | 15 | No |
| Comfort suspension (upgrade) | 0 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3550 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 2515 | 41% |
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