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Ford Mustang 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.

Ford Mustang vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,035

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $3,575

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,555

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $3,427

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120112009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $30,845 $37,845 $53,645 $26,350
Base Invoice $28,465 $34,765 $48,449 $24,346
Xenon HID headlights 525 525    
Security Package 395 395    
Pony Package 995      
Rear spoiler   0   350
Suspension Package       500
Premium Package       1,650
Aluminum trim       515
Xenon HID headlights 457 457    
Security Package 344 344    
Pony Package 866      
Rear spoiler   0   280
Suspension Package       430
Premium Package       1,417
Aluminum trim       412
Options (change) 1,915 920 0 3,015
Options (change) 1,667 801 0 2,539
Destination 850 850 850 670
Total Price $33,610 $39,615 $54,495 $30,035
Total Invoice $30,982 $36,416 $49,299 $27,555

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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: $2,620
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,547
Model Year2011201120112009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine305hp V6412hp V8550hp V8167hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 8500, 8500, 8?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18255/40-19205/45-17
Total Price$33,610$39,615$54,495$30,035
Adjustments for Features-955-1,105-9800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,655$38,510$53,515$30,035
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,855$20,860$0
Total Invoice$30,982$36,416$49,299$27,555
Adjustments for Features-880-1,016-8870
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,102$35,400$48,412$27,555
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,298$18,310$0

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

Model Year2011201120112009
ModelMustangMustangMustangMX-5 Miata
TrimV6 PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT500Grand Touring
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$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 
911 assist$25$25$25 
Brake assist   $50
Roll bar   $200
Safety key$5$5$5 
Temporary spare tire $150  
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200
Intermittent wipers   $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75 
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$4000 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25$25 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25 
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125  
Boost gauge  $75 
Compass  $0 
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150 
Outside temperature display   $50
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75$75 
Heated front seats   $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Metal pedals$75$75$75 
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 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0 
Synthetic suede steering wheel  $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350$350
Polished alloy wheels$350   
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0
Total Value of Features$6,255$6,405$6,280$5,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$955$1,105$980$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-880-1,016-8870

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

Model Year20112009
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 Weight3,587 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 V6 Premium

Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested125100%
Pony Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic headlights125No
Fog lights125Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome grille (optional)0No
235/50WR18 tires400No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested35040%
Total Not Requested52560%

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
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested130079%
Total Not Requested35021%

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