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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Jeep Wrangler Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Jeep Wrangler Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,840

Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport   
Difference: $6,690

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,965

Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport   
Difference: $7,380

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataWranglerWranglerWrangler
TrimSportUnlimited SportUnlimited SaharaUnlimited Rubicon
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $21,635 $25,545 $30,745 $33,570
Base Invoice $20,002 $24,806 $29,028 $31,599
Convenience Package 1,105      
Satellite radio 430      
Quick Order Package S   2,245    
Deep-tinted rear windows   0    
Power Convenience Group   0    
Satellite radio - one year subscription   195    
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,125 1,125 1,125
Front side airbags   495 495 495
Convenience Package 949      
Satellite radio 344      
Quick Order Package S   1,998    
Deep-tinted rear windows   0    
Power Convenience Group   0    
Satellite radio - one year subscription   174    
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,001 1,001 1,001
Front side airbags   441 441 441
Options (change) 1,535 4,060 1,620 1,620
Options (change) 1,293 3,614 1,442 1,442
Destination 670 925 925 925
Total Price $23,840 $30,530 $33,290 $36,115
Total Invoice $21,965 $29,345 $31,395 $33,966

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Jeep Wrangler

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,070
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,901
Model Year2008201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataWranglerWranglerWrangler
TrimSportUnlimited SportUnlimited SaharaUnlimited Rubicon
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine166hp I4285hp V6285hp V6285hp V6
TransmissionM5T5T5T5
DrivetrainRWD4WD, PT w/4L4WD, PT w/4L4WD, PT w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/27 MPG17/21 MPG17/21 MPG17/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6368, 7368, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16255/75-17255/70-18255/75-17
Total Price$23,840$30,530$33,290$36,115
Adjustments for Features0-3,620-4,070-4,670
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,840$26,910$29,220$31,445
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,310$4,535
Total Invoice$21,965$29,345$31,395$33,966
Adjustments for Features0-3,479-3,838-4,392
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,965$25,866$27,557$29,574
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,691$3,708

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Jeep Wrangler

Model Year2008201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataWranglerWranglerWrangler
TrimSportUnlimited SportUnlimited SaharaUnlimited Rubicon
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000$1000
RWD$0   
4WD, part-time w/low range $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100$100
Power rear side windows $200$200$200
Wind blocker, small$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50$50
Full-size spare tire $225$225$225
Hill descent control $250$250$250
Stability control $400$400$400
Traction control $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0   
Rear defrost$200   
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75$75
Drivetrain 
Heavy-duty front axle (optional)   $0
Limited-slip rear differential   $300
Lockable front differential   $150
Lockable rear differential   $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25   
Convertible top$3000   
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275$275
Externally-mounted spare $0$0$0
Removable soft top $2000$2000$2000
Skid plates $150$150$150
Tow hook(s), front $40$40$40
Tow hook(s), rear $25$25$25
Tubular side steps  $350 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125   
Aux input $50$50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50
Satellite radio$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0$0
Heated mirrors $25$25$25
Outside temperature display $50$50$50
Power mirrors$150   
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
Folding second row seats $300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires $0$0$0
Alloy wheels$350$350$350 
Disconnectable stabilizer bars   $350
Machined alloy wheels   $350
Off-road suspension (upgrade)   $0
White-letter tires $0$0$0
Total Value of Features$4,170$7,790$8,240$8,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,620$4,070$4,670
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,479-3,838-4,392

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Jeep Wrangler

Model Year20082012
ModelMX-5 MiataWrangler
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Wheelbase91.7 in116.0 in
Length157.3 in184.4 in
Width67.7 in73.9 in
Height49.0 in72.3 in
Curb Weight2,441 lb.4,100 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.21.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in41.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in55.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.0 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in40.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in56.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in37.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
5.3 ft346.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
5.382.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Total Requested77586%
Total Not Requested12514%

Option Package Details
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport

Quick Order Package S
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
White-letter tires0No
255/75R17 tires400No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%
Power Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alarm100No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested75070%
Total Not Requested32530%

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