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

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,405

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $8,089

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,614

Chevrolet Sonic LT   
Difference: $7,020

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220172017
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSonicSonic
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringLTPremier
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,470 $25,830 $27,100 $17,530 $19,720
Base Invoice $22,188 $24,415 $25,617 $16,829 $18,931
Convenience Package 1,160        
Cargo net 49 49 49 60 60
All-weather floor mats 45 45 45 140 140
Satellite radio 430 430 430    
Body kit 1,145 1,145 1,145    
Rear spoiler 400 400 400    
Suspension Package   650 650    
RS Package       800 800
Convenience Package 996        
Cargo net 39 39 39 55 55
All-weather floor mats 36 36 36 127 127
Satellite radio 344 344 344    
Body kit 916 916 916    
Rear spoiler 320 320 320    
Suspension Package   558 558    
RS Package       728 728
Options (change) 3,229 2,719 2,719 1,000 1,000
Options (change) 2,651 2,213 2,213 910 910
Destination 795 795 795 875 875
Total Price $27,494 $29,344 $30,614 $19,405 $21,595
Total Invoice $25,634 $27,423 $28,625 $18,614 $20,716

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic LT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,489
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,461
Model Year20122012201220172017
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSonicSonic
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringLTPremier
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4167hp I4167hp I4138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17205/55-16205/50-17
Total Price$27,494$29,344$30,614$19,405$21,595
Adjustments for Features-600-1,550-2,6500-1,250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,894$27,794$27,964$19,405$20,345
Cost Above Minimum$0$900$1,070$0$940
Total Invoice$25,634$27,423$28,625$18,614$20,716
Adjustments for Features-559-1,449-2,4780-1,199
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,075$25,974$26,147$18,614$19,517
Cost Above Minimum$0$899$1,072$0$903

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

Model Year20122012201220172017
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSonicSonic
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringLTPremier
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0    
6-speed manual $150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0$0  
FWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel    $100
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Proximity key    $250
Remote app   $25$25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250$250
Universal garage door opener $100$100  
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150  
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75
Rear side airbags   $300$300
Rearview camera   $200$200
Roll bar$200$200$200  
Rollover sensor   $50$50
Side curtain airbags   $350$350
Temporary spare tire   $150$150
Vehicle health reports   $0$0
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200  
Interior air filter   $0$0
Intermittent wipers$0$0$0  
Variable intermittent wipers   $75$75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25  
Convertible top$3000$3000$3000  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity   $0$0
Android Auto support   $100$100
App support   $0$0
Apple CarPlay support   $100$100
Aux input   $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link   $100$100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325  
CD player$125    
MP3-compatible player $50$50  
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
USB port   $25$25
Voice control for audio system   $25$25
Voice control for external devices   $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150  
Automatic headlights   $125$125
Compass   $0$0
Heated mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row   $75$75
Door sill trim plates  $100  
Floor mats, second row (optional)   $0$0
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Heated front seats  $200 $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$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
Synthetic leather seating surfaces    $0
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces    $450
Upgraded floor mats   $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0 $0
Wheels, dark finish    $0
Total Value of Features$3,800$4,750$5,850$3,200$4,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$600$1,550$2,650$0$1,250
Value of Feature Adjustments-559-1,449-2,4780-1,199

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

Model Year20122017
ModelMX-5 MiataSonic
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in99.4 in
Length157.3 in173.9 in
Width67.7 in68.3 in
Height49.0 in59.7 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,774 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft314.9 ft3

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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
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring

Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LT

RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
205/55HR16 tires400No
Special interior trim0No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Total Requested47554%
Total Not Requested40046%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic Premier

RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces450No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Wheels, dark finish0No
Total Requested57556%
Total Not Requested45044%

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