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Ford Mustang vs. Mazda RX-8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Mustang vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,630

Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium   
Difference: $2,943

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,944

Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium   
Difference: $1,853

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162009
ModelMustangMustangMustangRX-8
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Base Price $29,645 $36,395 $47,795 $31,000
Base Invoice $28,014 $34,393 $45,166 $28,681
All-weather floor mats 95 95 95 78
Temporary spare tire 195 195   395
Navigation system 795 795   2,000
Rear spoiler 0 0    
Technology Package     7,500  
Satellite radio       430
All-weather floor mats 90 90 90 62
Temporary spare tire 185 185   320
Navigation system 755 755   1,720
Rear spoiler 0 0    
Technology Package     7,125  
Satellite radio       344
Options (change) 1,085 1,085 7,595 2,903
Options (change) 1,030 1,030 7,215 2,446
Destination 900 900 900 670
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $31,630 $38,380 $57,590 $34,573
Total Invoice $29,944 $36,323 $54,581 $31,797

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda RX-8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,173
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,017
Model Year2016201620162009
ModelMustangMustangMustangRX-8
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Engine310hp I4435hp V8526hp V8232hp R2
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 7300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19225/45-18
Total Price$31,630$38,380$57,590$34,573
Adjustments for Features-1,230-1,380-2,0300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,400$37,000$55,560$34,573
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,600$25,160$0
Total Invoice$29,944$36,323$54,581$31,797
Adjustments for Features-1,164-1,306-1,9240
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,780$35,017$52,657$31,797
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,237$23,877$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year2016201620162009
ModelMustangMustangMustangRX-8
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0   
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25 
Active glove box$100$100$100 
Brake assist$50$50$50 
High performance brake pads (optional)  $0 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Line lock $50$50 
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Safety key$5$5$5 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 $150
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Rear seat pass-through   $100
Second-row high console   $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125 
Rain-sensing wipers   $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300 $300
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential  $300 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0   
Body kit (gray/black)$0$0$0 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0 
Aux input   $50
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
HD radio  $50 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Surround sound   $250
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25 
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0$0 
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors$25$25 $25
Performance meter$150$150$150 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150$150 
Turn signal repeaters in hood $0  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300 
Door sill trim plates  $100$100
Folding second row seats$300$300$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150
Memory system, driver seat   $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat   $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede steering wheel  $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options$0$0$0 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Wheels, dark finish  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100$100 
Total Value of Features$3,905$4,055$4,705$2,675
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,230$1,380$2,030$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,164-1,306-1,9240

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20162009
ModelMustangRX-8
Body2dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Wheelbase107.1 in106.4 in
Length188.3 in175.6 in
Width75.4 in69.7 in
Height54.4 in52.8 in
Curb Weight3,527 lb.3,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom34.8 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.4 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom30.6 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft37.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
HD radio50No
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested200047%
Total Not Requested230053%

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