Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2014 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2014
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series 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.

Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,595

Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport   
Difference: $13,180

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,147

Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport   
Difference: $11,773

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142014
ModelMX-5 Miata3-Series
TrimSport328i
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,720 $37,300
Base Invoice $22,424 $34,495
Convenience Package 1,080  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
8-speed shiftable automatic   0
Convenience Package 928  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
8-speed shiftable automatic   0
Options (change) 1,080 550
Options (change) 928 500
Destination 795 925
Total Price $25,595 $38,775
Total Invoice $24,147 $35,920

Return to top

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 Mazda MX-5 Miata dealer quotes or BMW 3-Series 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: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,054
Model Year20142014
ModelMX-5 Miata3-Series
TrimSport328i
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4240hp I4
TransmissionM5T8
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/28 MPG23/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6205, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16225/50-17
Total Price$25,595$38,775
Adjustments for Features0-2,935
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,595$35,840
Total Invoice$24,147$35,920
Adjustments for Features0-2,719
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,147$33,201

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20142014
ModelMX-5 Miata3-Series
TrimSport328i
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Roll bar$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers$0 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Residual heat $50
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
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 leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$3,520$6,455
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,935
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,719

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20142014
ModelMX-5 Miata3-Series
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in110.6 in
Length157.3 in182.5 in
Width67.7 in71.3 in
Height49.0 in56.3 in
Curb Weight2,447 lb.3,460 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft313.0 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Total Requested975100%
Total Not Requested00%

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 Convertibles and Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.