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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: $17,800

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $8,775

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,660

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $7,632

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009200920092009
ModelSpectraMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $16,450 $22,750 $25,090 $26,350
Base Invoice $15,380 $21,030 $23,185 $24,346
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400      
CD changer, in-dash 300 500    
Convenience Package   1,160    
Rear spoiler   350 350 350
Body kit   1,145 1,145 1,145
Suspension Package     500 500
Antilock brakes (ABS) 360      
CD changer, in-dash 270 400    
Convenience Package   996    
Rear spoiler   280 280 280
Body kit   916 916 916
Suspension Package     430 430
Options (change) 700 3,155 1,995 1,995
Options (change) 630 2,592 1,626 1,626
Destination 650 670 670 670
Total Price $17,800 $26,575 $27,755 $29,015
Total Invoice $16,660 $24,292 $25,481 $26,642

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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: $6,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,575
Model Year2009200920092009
ModelSpectraMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine138hp I4167hp I4167hp I4167hp 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$17,800$26,575$27,755$29,015
Adjustments for Features0-2,250-2,950-4,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,800$24,325$24,805$24,965
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$480$640
Total Invoice$16,660$24,292$25,481$26,642
Adjustments for Features0-2,057-2,708-3,719
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,660$22,235$22,773$22,923
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$538$688

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

Model Year2009200920092009
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   
Universal garage door opener  $100$100
Wind blocker, small $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
Brake assist $50$50$50
Roll bar $200$200$200
Side curtain airbags$350   
Temporary spare tire$150   
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25   
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200
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
Aux input$50   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150$150
Automatic-off headlights$25   
Heated mirrors$25   
Outside temperature display $50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75   
Door sill trim plates   $100
Folding second row seats$300   
Heated front seats   $200
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Metal pedals$75   
No leather in second row   $-300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0$0
Total Value of Features$1,425$3,675$4,375$5,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,250$2,950$4,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,057-2,708-3,719

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

Model Year20092009
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 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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