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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: $17,320

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $9,790

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,190

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $8,622

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720112011
ModelSpectraMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $15,995 $23,110 $26,710
Base Invoice $14,955 $21,385 $24,714
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400    
CD changer, in-dash 300 500  
Convenience Package   1,160  
Rear spoiler   400 400
Body kit   1,145 1,145
Suspension Package     500
Antilock brakes (ABS) 360    
CD changer, in-dash 250 400  
Convenience Package   996  
Rear spoiler   320 320
Body kit   916 916
Suspension Package     430
Options (change) 700 3,205 2,045
Options (change) 610 2,632 1,666
Destination 625 795 795
Total Price $17,320 $27,110 $29,550
Total Invoice $16,190 $24,812 $27,175

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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: $7,315
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,357
Model Year200720112011
ModelSpectraMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine138hp I4167hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/50-16205/45-17
Total Price$17,320$27,110$29,550
Adjustments for Features0-2,475-4,475
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,320$24,635$25,075
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$440
Total Invoice$16,190$24,812$27,175
Adjustments for Features0-2,265-4,115
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,190$22,547$23,060
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$513

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

Model Year200720112011
ModelSpectraMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200  
Universal garage door opener  $100
Wind blocker, small $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Roll bar $200$200
Side curtain airbags$350  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Interior air filter$0  
Intermittent wipers $0$0
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Convertible top $3000$3000
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Heated mirrors$25  
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
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
Total Value of Features$1,200$3,675$5,675
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,475$4,475
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,265-4,115

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

Model Year20072011
ModelSpectraMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase102.8 in91.7 in
Length177.2 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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Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150No
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50No
Total Requested77570%
Total Not Requested32530%

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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