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Ford Mustang vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Mustang vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,120

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $4,735

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,623

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $4,308

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820082009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimGT DeluxeGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $31,065 $32,245 $47,155 $26,350
Base Invoice $28,529 $29,590 $42,538 $24,346
Interior Upgrade Package 460 460    
Leather seating surfaces 695      
Cargo net 55 55   40
All-weather floor mats 75 75   45
Rear spoiler 0 0   350
Satellite radio 195 195 195  
Unbranded 500W 6 speakers 665      
Xenon HID headlights 525 525 525  
Alarm 325 325    
Heated front seats   250    
Suspension Package       500
Premium Package       1,650
Aluminum trim       515
Interior Upgrade Package 400 400    
Leather seating surfaces 605      
Cargo net 48 48   32
All-weather floor mats 65 65   36
Rear spoiler 0 0   280
Satellite radio 170 170 170  
Unbranded 500W 6 speakers 579      
Xenon HID headlights 457 457 457  
Alarm 283 283    
Heated front seats   218    
Suspension Package       430
Premium Package       1,417
Aluminum trim       412
Options (change) 2,995 1,885 720 3,100
Options (change) 2,607 1,641 627 2,607
Destination 795 795 795 670
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $34,855 $34,925 $49,970 $30,120
Total Invoice $31,931 $32,026 $45,260 $27,623

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,780
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,380
Model Year2008200820082009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimGT DeluxeGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine300hp V8300hp V8500hp V8167hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 6500, 6500, 8?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/55-17235/55-17255/45-18205/45-17
Total Price$34,855$34,925$49,970$30,120
Adjustments for Features0-200-160-175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,855$34,725$49,810$29,945
Cost Above Minimum$130$0$15,085$0
Total Invoice$31,931$32,026$45,260$27,623
Adjustments for Features0-183-145-160
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,931$31,843$45,115$27,463
Cost Above Minimum$88$0$13,272$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year2008200820082009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimGT DeluxeGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0  
6-speed manual  $150$150
RWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200 
Proximity key   $250
Universal garage door opener   $100
Wind blocker, small   $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist   $50
Roll bar   $200
Stability control   $400
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40$40 $40
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200
Intermittent wipers   $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75 
Exterior 
Cloth convertible top (optional material)  $0 
Convertible top   $3000
Front splitter spoiler  $200 
Power convertible top$4000$4000$4000 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel   $125
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link   $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   $150
Boost gauge  $75 
Outside temperature display   $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
All-weather floor mats$75$75 $75
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75$75 
Heated front seats $200 $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$5,065$5,265$5,225$5,240
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$200$160$175
Value of Feature Adjustments0-183-145-160

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20082009
ModelMustangMX-5 Miata
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase107.1 in91.7 in
Length187.6 in157.3 in
Width73.9 in67.7 in
Height55.7 in49.0 in
Curb Weight3,477 lb.2,442 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.4 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.6 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom36.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room45.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room45.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom30.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume9.7 ft35.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Deluxe

Interior Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Trip computer150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Auxiliary gauges0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Interior Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Trip computer150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Auxiliary gauges0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested80048%
Total Not Requested85052%

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