| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Ford Taurus 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 Taurus vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,325 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $5,265 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,070 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $4,696 | |||
|
|
|||
Calculate Payments |
|||
|
|
|||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | SEL | Base (automatic) | Base (manual) |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $22,980 | $26,435 | $26,435 |
| Base Invoice | $21,127 | $24,458 | $24,458 |
| Safety and Security Package | 995 | ||
| Preferred Equipment Group | 1,735 | ||
| Heated mirrors | 35 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 5,210 | 4,510 | |
| Cassette player | 225 | 225 | |
| Rear spoiler | 360 | 360 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | 500 | 500 | |
| Safety and Security Package | 886 | ||
| Preferred Equipment Group | 1,544 | ||
| Heated mirrors | 31 | ||
| Sunroof | 797 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 4,482 | 3,880 | |
| Cassette player | 180 | 180 | |
| Rear spoiler | 288 | 288 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | 400 | 400 | |
| Options (change) | 3,660 | 6,295 | 5,595 |
| Options (change) | 3,258 | 5,350 | 4,748 |
| Destination | 685 | 560 | 560 |
| Total Price | $27,325 | $33,290 | $32,590 |
| Total Invoice | $25,070 | $30,368 | $29,766 |
|
|
|||
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Dealer Price Quotes
|
Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars? Request free, no-obligation Ford Taurus dealer quotes or Mazda RX-8 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form. The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours. |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mazda RX-8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,890 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,405 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | SEL | Base (automatic) | Base (manual) |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 153hp V6 | 212hp R2 | 238hp R2 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | 300, 9 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $27,325 | $33,290 | $32,590 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,075 | -1,025 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,325 | $31,215 | $31,565 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $350 |
| Total Invoice | $25,070 | $30,368 | $29,766 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,893 | -936 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,070 | $28,475 | $28,830 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $355 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | SEL | Base (automatic) | Base (manual) |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,250 | $4,325 | $3,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,075 | $1,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,893 | -936 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | RX-8 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 197.6 in | 174.3 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,344 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.1 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.6 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.7 in | 48.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.9 in | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Preferred Equipment Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Cassette player | 50 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic)
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 3225 | 57% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (manual)
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 2425 | 50% |
Was this information useful?
We're glad we could help! Share this page: |
|
|
We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it. |
|
|
|
|
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.
