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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: $36,268 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring | ||
| Difference: $6,862 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,452 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring | ||
| Difference: $6,381 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Trim | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $32,260 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $29,878 |
| Second-row high console | 100 | |
| Second-row buckets | 750 | |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 78 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 700 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| Second-row high console | 85 | |
| Second-row buckets | 638 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 62 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 645 | |
| Cargo net | 32 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | |
| Navigation system | 1,720 | |
| Options (change) | 4,770 | 3,213 |
| Options (change) | 4,056 | 2,779 |
| Destination | 825 | 795 |
| Total Price | $43,130 | $36,268 |
| Total Invoice | $39,833 | $33,452 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda RX-8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $907 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $881 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Trim | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 212hp R2 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 16/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $43,130 | $36,268 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,955 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,175 | $36,268 |
| Total Invoice | $39,833 | $33,452 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,500 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,333 | $33,452 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Trim | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,955 | $4,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,955 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,500 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 175.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,578 lb. | 3,094 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 48.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 32.2 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 | 7.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 69% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 | 1000 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 9% |
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