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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,955

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $5,065

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,533

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $4,828

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataMustangMustangMustang
TrimGrand TouringV6 PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT500
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $25,240 $31,310 $38,710 $53,810
Base Invoice $23,323 $28,899 $35,559 $48,611
Premium Package 2 1,250      
Suspension Package 500      
Rear spoiler 350   0  
Satellite radio 430      
Aluminum trim 515      
Xenon HID headlights   920 920  
Pony Package   995    
Premium Package 2 1,074      
Suspension Package 430      
Rear spoiler 280   0  
Satellite radio 344      
Aluminum trim 412      
Xenon HID headlights   801 801  
Pony Package   866    
Options (change) 3,045 1,915 920 0
Options (change) 2,540 1,667 801 0
Destination 670 795 795 795
Total Price $28,955 $34,020 $40,425 $54,605
Total Invoice $26,533 $31,361 $37,155 $49,406

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,905
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,837
Model Year2008201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataMustangMustangMustang
TrimGrand TouringV6 PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT500
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine166hp I4305hp V6412hp V8550hp V8
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7500, 8500, 8500, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17235/50-18235/50-18255/40-19
Total Price$28,955$34,020$40,425$54,605
Adjustments for Features0-2,160-2,310-2,185
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,955$31,860$38,115$52,420
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,255$20,560
Total Invoice$26,533$31,361$37,155$49,406
Adjustments for Features0-1,991-2,123-1,977
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,533$29,370$35,032$47,429
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$5,662$18,059

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year2008201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataMustangMustangMustang
TrimGrand TouringV6 PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT500
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200$200$200
Proximity key$250   
Universal garage door opener $100$100$100
Wind blocker, small$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25
Roll bar$200   
Safety key $5$5$5
Temporary spare tire  $150 
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0   
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75$75
Exterior 
Cloth convertible top (optional material)  $0$0
Convertible top$3000   
Convertible top boot (optional)  $0$0
Front splitter spoiler   $200
Power convertible top $4000$4000$4000
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325   
CD player $125$125$125
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Traffic + travel information $25$25$25
USB port $25$25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125 
Boost gauge   $75
Compass   $0
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting $150$150$150
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150
Visor mirror, driver$10   
Visor mirror, passenger$10   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75$75$75
Heated front seats$200   
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50   
Metal pedals $75$75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces   $0
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Polished alloy wheels $350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0 
Total Value of Features$4,920$7,080$7,230$7,105
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,160$2,310$2,185
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,991-2,123-1,977

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20082012
ModelMX-5 MiataMustang
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase91.7 in107.1 in
Length157.3 in188.1 in
Width67.7 in73.9 in
Height49.0 in56.1 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.3,582 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in45.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in45.2 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in29.8 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft39.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%
Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang V6 Premium

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested50080%
Total Not Requested12520%
Pony Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic headlights125No
Fog lights125Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome grille (optional)0No
235/50WR18 tires400No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested35040%
Total Not Requested52560%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested50080%
Total Not Requested12520%

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