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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.
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: $31,530 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||||||
| Difference: $12,515 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,774 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||||||
| Difference: $11,851 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Grand Touring | 320i | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,065 | $34,900 | $41,750 | $40,250 | $45,600 | $48,950 | $65,500 |
| Base Invoice | $28,427 | $33,135 | $40,110 | $38,115 | $43,090 | $46,205 | $61,595 |
| Proximity key | 130 | 450 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | 150 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||
| Sport Plus Design | 2,650 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 950 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||||||
| Convenience Tier | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Proximity key | 112 | 415 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | 120 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 280 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | ||
| Sport Plus Design | 2,435 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | 505 | 505 | 505 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | |
| Heated front seats | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 875 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||||||
| Convenience Tier | 1,610 | 1,610 | 1,610 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 630 | 8,150 | 6,450 | 6,450 | 6,450 | 4,700 | 2,000 |
| Options (change) | 512 | 7,495 | 5,935 | 5,935 | 5,935 | 4,325 | 1,840 |
| Destination | 835 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $31,530 | $44,045 | $49,195 | $47,695 | $49,044 | $54,645 | $68,495 |
| Total Invoice | $29,774 | $41,625 | $47,040 | $45,045 | $46,019 | $51,525 | $64,430 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,515 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,961 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Grand Touring | 320i | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 155hp I4 | 180hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 320hp I6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | T8 | M6 | T8 | T8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/45-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $31,530 | $44,045 | $49,195 | $47,695 | $49,044 | $54,645 | $68,495 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,000 | -3,975 | -2,725 | -4,000 | -4,125 | -3,975 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,530 | $42,045 | $45,220 | $44,970 | $45,044 | $50,520 | $64,520 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,175 | $2,925 | $2,999 | $8,475 | $22,475 |
| Total Invoice | $29,774 | $41,625 | $47,040 | $45,045 | $46,019 | $51,525 | $64,430 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,890 | -3,801 | -2,574 | -3,753 | -3,889 | -3,739 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,774 | $39,735 | $43,239 | $42,471 | $42,266 | $47,636 | $60,691 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,504 | $2,736 | $2,531 | $7,901 | $20,956 |
Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Grand Touring | 320i | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | ||||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Convertible top | $3000 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| CD player, remote | $100 | ||||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,470 | $7,470 | $9,445 | $8,195 | $9,470 | $9,595 | $9,445 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,000 | $3,975 | $2,725 | $4,000 | $4,125 | $3,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,890 | -3,801 | -2,574 | -3,753 | -3,889 | -3,739 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 90.9 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 154.1 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 48.6 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,333 lb. | 3,502 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 4.6 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i
| Proximity key | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 29% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Sport Plus Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 15% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 85% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Convenience Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 86% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Convenience Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 86% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e iPerformance
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Convenience Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 86% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | 37% |
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