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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,855

Chevrolet Cruze Premier   
Difference: $4,015

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,647

Chevrolet Cruze Premier   
Difference: $3,345

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelMX-5 MiataCruze
TrimGrand TouringPremier
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,100 $23,120
Base Invoice $25,617 $22,080
Satellite radio 430  
Body kit 1,145  
Rear spoiler 400  
RS Package   995
Enhanced Convenience Package   865
Satellite radio 344  
Body kit 916  
Rear spoiler 320  
RS Package   905
Enhanced Convenience Package   787
Options (change) 1,975 1,860
Options (change) 1,580 1,692
Destination 795 875
Total Price $29,870 $25,855
Total Invoice $27,992 $24,647

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,945
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,185
Model Year20122016
ModelMX-5 MiataCruze
TrimGrand TouringPremier
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4153hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$29,870$25,855
Adjustments for Features0-1,930
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,870$23,925
Total Invoice$27,992$24,647
Adjustments for Features0-1,840
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,992$22,807

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20122016
ModelMX-5 MiataCruze
TrimGrand TouringPremier
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
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 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Roll bar$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports $0
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers$0 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Convertible top$3000 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
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
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats $300
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
No leather in second row$-300 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,320$6,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,930
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,840

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20122016
ModelMX-5 MiataCruze
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in106.3 in
Length157.3 in183.7 in
Width67.7 in70.5 in
Height49.0 in57.4 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,836 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft314.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Premier

RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Machined alloy wheels0No
225/40VR18 tires400No
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested32545%
Total Not Requested40055%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested35048%
Total Not Requested37552%

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