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Kia Spectra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Spectra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,975

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $7,930

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,920

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $6,897

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2006200820082008
ModelSpectraMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $15,995 $21,635 $23,930 $25,240
Base Invoice $14,980 $20,002 $22,116 $23,323
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400      
Convenience Package   1,105    
Rear spoiler   350 350 350
Body kit   1,145 1,145 1,145
Suspension Package     500 500
Antilock brakes (ABS) 360      
Convenience Package   949    
Rear spoiler   280 280 280
Body kit   916 916 916
Suspension Package     430 430
Options (change) 400 2,600 1,995 1,995
Options (change) 360 2,145 1,626 1,626
Destination 580 670 670 670
Total Price $16,975 $24,905 $26,595 $27,905
Total Invoice $15,920 $22,817 $24,412 $25,619

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Spectra SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,580
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,744
Model Year2006200820082008
ModelSpectraMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine138hp I4166hp I4166hp I4166hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4?, 6?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17
Total Price$16,975$24,905$26,595$27,905
Adjustments for Features0-2,350-3,050-4,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,975$22,555$23,545$23,755
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$990$1,200
Total Invoice$15,920$22,817$24,412$25,619
Adjustments for Features0-2,153-2,800-3,810
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$15,920$20,664$21,612$21,809
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$948$1,145

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Features Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year2006200820082008
ModelSpectraMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0  
6-speed manual  $150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200   
Wind blocker, small $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Roll bar $200$200$200
Side curtain airbags$350   
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75$75
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25   
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0   
Intermittent wipers $0$0$0
Variable intermittent wipers$75   
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300$300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75   
Convertible top $3000$3000$3000
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125$125
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
CD player$125$125  
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25   
Heated mirrors$25   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75   
Folding second row seats$300   
Heated front seats   $200
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0$0
Total Value of Features$1,275$3,625$4,325$5,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,350$3,050$4,150
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,153-2,800-3,810

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See a complete comparison of Kia Spectra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20062008
ModelSpectraMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase102.8 in91.7 in
Length176.4 in157.3 in
Width68.3 in67.7 in
Height57.9 in49.0 in
Curb Weight2,702 lb.2,442 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.4 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume12.2 ft35.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Spectra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Total Requested77586%
Total Not Requested12514%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring

Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%

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