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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: $34,125 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $12,920 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,226 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $11,739 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | RF Grand Touring | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,620 | $38,350 | $39,850 | $43,700 | $45,800 | $63,500 |
| Base Invoice | $30,839 | $35,960 | $37,340 | $40,885 | $42,815 | $59,100 |
| Proximity key | 130 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | 150 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,450 | |||
| Lighting Package | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 950 | |
| LED headlights | 1,900 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Proximity key | 112 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | 120 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 280 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,230 | 2,230 | 2,230 | |||
| Lighting Package | 730 | 730 | 730 | 730 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 1,320 | 865 | |
| LED headlights | 1,730 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 630 | 7,700 | 7,700 | 7,700 | 5,250 | 3,400 |
| Options (change) | 512 | 7,010 | 7,010 | 7,010 | 4,780 | 3,095 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $34,125 | $47,045 | $48,545 | $48,394 | $52,045 | $67,895 |
| Total Invoice | $32,226 | $43,965 | $45,345 | $44,889 | $48,590 | $63,190 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,370 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,487 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | RF Grand Touring | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 155hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 181hp I4 PiH | 320hp I6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/45-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,125 | $47,045 | $48,545 | $48,394 | $52,045 | $67,895 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,550 | -4,650 | -4,675 | -3,400 | -4,200 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,125 | $42,495 | $43,895 | $43,719 | $48,645 | $63,695 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,400 | $1,224 | $6,150 | $21,200 |
| Total Invoice | $32,226 | $43,965 | $45,345 | $44,889 | $48,590 | $63,190 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,252 | -4,343 | -4,336 | -3,174 | -3,909 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,226 | $39,713 | $41,002 | $40,553 | $45,416 | $59,281 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,289 | $840 | $5,703 | $19,568 |
Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | RF Grand Touring | 328i | 328d | 330e | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 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 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power retractable rear window | $350 | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||||
| Roll bar | $200 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Power retractable roof section | $2000 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| CD player, remote | $100 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $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 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $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 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $4,570 | $9,120 | $9,220 | $9,245 | $7,970 | $8,770 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,550 | $4,650 | $4,675 | $3,400 | $4,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,252 | -4,343 | -4,336 | -3,174 | -3,909 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2016 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 90.9 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 154.1 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 49.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,446 lb. | 3,431 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.8 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 | 4.5 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| 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 |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | 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 | 1150 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 44% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | 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 | 1150 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 44% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e
| 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 |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | 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 | 1150 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 44% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | 71% |
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