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

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Ford Mustang vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,955

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $9,210

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,533

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $8,524

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020102008
ModelMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $36,395 $51,725 $25,240
Base Invoice $33,406 $46,686 $23,323
Rear spoiler 0   350
Xenon HID headlights 525    
Security Package 395    
Suspension Package     500
Premium Package 2     1,250
Satellite radio     430
Aluminum trim     515
Rear spoiler 0   280
Xenon HID headlights 457    
Security Package 344    
Suspension Package     430
Premium Package 2     1,074
Satellite radio     344
Aluminum trim     412
Options (change) 920 0 3,045
Options (change) 801 0 2,540
Destination 850 850 670
Gas Tax 0 1,000 0
Total Price $38,165 $53,575 $28,955
Total Invoice $35,057 $48,536 $26,533

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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: $7,460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,917
Model Year201020102008
ModelMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine315hp V8540hp V8166hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 8500, 8?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18255/45-18205/45-17
Total Price$38,165$53,575$28,955
Adjustments for Features-1,750-9750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,415$52,600$28,955
Cost Above Minimum$0$16,185$0
Total Invoice$35,057$48,536$26,533
Adjustments for Features-1,607-8830
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,450$47,653$26,533
Cost Above Minimum$0$14,203$0

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

Model Year201020102008
ModelMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150$150
RWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200 
Proximity key  $250
Wind blocker, small  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Roll bar  $200
Temporary spare tire$150  
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers  $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 $300
Exterior 
Cloth convertible top (optional material)$0$0 
Convertible top  $3000
Convertible top boot (optional)$0$0 
Front splitter spoiler $200 
Power convertible top$4000$4000 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125  
Boost gauge $75 
Compass $0 
Fog lights$125 $125
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Trip computer$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500 $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75 
Heated front seats  $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals$75$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0 
Synthetic suede steering wheel $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$6,775$6,000$5,025
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,750$975$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,607-8830

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

Model Year20102008
ModelMustangMX-5 Miata
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase107.1 in91.7 in
Length188.1 in157.3 in
Width73.9 in67.7 in
Height56.1 in49.0 in
Curb Weight3,534 lb.2,442 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom36.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room45.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room45.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom29.8 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume9.6 ft35.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested125100%

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 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%

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