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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Lexus IS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Lexus IS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,150

Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport   
Difference: $16,670

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,174

Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport   
Difference: $15,785

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102016
ModelMX-5 MiataIS
TrimSport350
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,810 $40,870
Base Invoice $21,084 $38,009
Convenience Package 1,160  
Satellite radio 430  
RWD   0
Convenience Package 996  
Satellite radio 344  
RWD   0
Options (change) 1,590 0
Options (change) 1,340 0
Destination 750 950
Total Price $25,150 $41,820
Total Invoice $23,174 $38,959

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Lexus IS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,635
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,094
Model Year20102016
ModelMX-5 MiataIS
TrimSport350
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4306hp V6
TransmissionM5T8
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/27 MPG19/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4293, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16225/40-18
Total Price$25,150$41,820
Adjustments for Features0-5,035
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,150$36,785
Total Invoice$23,174$38,959
Adjustments for Features0-4,691
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,174$34,268

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20102016
ModelMX-5 MiataIS
TrimSport350
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
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
Roll bar$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire $150
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers$0 
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
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 
Xenon HID headlights $500
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
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Upholstered instrument cluster hood $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,520$8,555
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,035
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,691

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Lexus IS features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20102016
ModelMX-5 MiataIS
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in110.2 in
Length157.3 in183.7 in
Width67.7 in71.3 in
Height49.0 in56.3 in
Curb Weight2,441 lb.3,593 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in44.8 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft310.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Lexus IS specs.

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%

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