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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Spectra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Spectra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,345

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $9,765

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,215

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $8,597

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSpectra
TrimSportGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,110 $26,710 $15,995
Base Invoice $21,385 $24,714 $14,955
CD changer, in-dash 500   300
Convenience Package 1,160    
Rear spoiler 400 400  
Body kit 1,145 1,145  
Suspension Package   500  
Antilock brakes (ABS)     400
CD changer, in-dash 400   250
Convenience Package 996    
Rear spoiler 320 320  
Body kit 916 916  
Suspension Package   430  
Antilock brakes (ABS)     360
Options (change) 3,205 2,045 700
Options (change) 2,632 1,666 610
Destination 795 795 650
Total Price $27,110 $29,550 $17,345
Total Invoice $24,812 $27,175 $16,215

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Spectra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Spectra SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,538
Model Year201120112008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSpectra
TrimSportGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4167hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/45-17205/50-16
Total Price$27,110$29,550$17,345
Adjustments for Features-2,250-4,0500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,860$25,500$17,345
Cost Above Minimum$0$640$0
Total Invoice$24,812$27,175$16,215
Adjustments for Features-2,059-3,7240
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,753$23,451$16,215
Cost Above Minimum$0$698$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Spectra

Model Year201120112008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSpectra
TrimSportGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0
6-speed manual $150 
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200
Universal garage door opener $100 
Wind blocker, small$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Roll bar$200$200 
Side curtain airbags  $350
Temporary spare tire  $150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Interior air filter  $0
Intermittent wipers$0$0 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Convertible top$3000$3000 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Aux input  $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Heated mirrors  $25
Outside temperature display$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75
Door sill trim plates $100 
Folding second row seats  $300
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Metal pedals  $75
No leather in second row $-300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Total Value of Features$3,675$5,475$1,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,250$4,050$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,059-3,7240

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Spectra features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Spectra

Model Year20112008
ModelMX-5 MiataSpectra
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in102.8 in
Length157.3 in177.2 in
Width67.7 in68.3 in
Height49.0 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,702 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in52.4 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft312.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Spectra specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150No
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50No
Total Requested77570%
Total Not Requested32530%

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%

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