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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Audi R8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Audi R8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,390

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $84,360

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,071

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $79,004

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008
ModelMX-5 MiataR8
TrimGrand Touring4.2
Body2dr Convertible2dr Coupe
Base Price $25,240 $109,000
Base Invoice $23,323 $101,370
Premium Package 1 1,600  
Rear spoiler 350  
Bright-finished fuel door 100  
Satellite radio 430  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   650
Premium Package 1 1,374  
Rear spoiler 280  
Bright-finished fuel door 80  
Satellite radio 344  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   605
Options (change) 2,480 650
Options (change) 2,078 605
Destination 670 1,000
Gas Tax 0 2,100
Total Price $28,390 $112,750
Total Invoice $26,071 $105,075

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Audi R8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $83,260
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $77,979
Model Year20082008
ModelMX-5 MiataR8
TrimGrand Touring4.2
Body2dr Convertible2dr Coupe
Engine166hp I4420hp V8
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7140, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17235/35-19
Total Price$28,390$112,750
Adjustments for Features0-1,100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,390$111,650
Total Invoice$26,071$105,075
Adjustments for Features0-1,025
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,071$104,050

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Audi R8

Model Year20082008
ModelMX-5 MiataR8
TrimGrand Touring4.2
Body2dr Convertible2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Roll bar$200 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers$0 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration $0
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000 
Rear spoiler$200 
Retractable rear spoiler $400
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
SD Card slot $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Total Value of Features$4,850$5,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,100
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,025

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Audi R8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Audi R8

Model Year20082008
ModelMX-5 MiataR8
Body2dr Convertible2dr Coupe
Wheelbase91.7 in104.3 in
Length157.3 in174.5 in
Width67.7 in75.0 in
Height49.0 in49.3 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.3,606 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.1 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft33.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Audi R8 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested100061%
Total Not Requested65039%

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