Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2011 Mazda CX-3 Mazda CX-3 2017

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mazda CX-3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mazda CX-3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,480

Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring   
Difference: $3,669

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,663

Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring   
Difference: $2,088

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112017
ModelMX-5 MiataCX-3
TrimGrand TouringGrand Touring
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Base Price $26,710 $24,990
Base Invoice $24,714 $24,283
Premium Package 1,650  
Suspension Package 500  
Rear spoiler 400  
Cargo net 49 50
All-weather floor mats 45 100
Door sill trim plates   100
Universal garage door opener   125
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   175
Premium Package 1,417  
Suspension Package 430  
Rear spoiler 320  
Cargo net 39 40
All-weather floor mats 36 80
Door sill trim plates   80
Universal garage door opener   100
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   140
Options (change) 2,644 550
Options (change) 2,242 440
Destination 795 940
Total Price $30,149 $26,480
Total Invoice $27,751 $25,663

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mazda MX-5 Miata dealer quotes or Mazda CX-3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mazda CX-3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,349
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,685
Model Year20112017
ModelMX-5 MiataCX-3
TrimGrand TouringGrand Touring
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Engine167hp I4146hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17215/50-18
Total Price$30,149$26,480
Adjustments for Features0-2,680
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,149$23,800
Total Invoice$27,751$25,663
Adjustments for Features0-2,597
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,751$23,066

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mazda CX-3

Model Year20112017
ModelMX-5 MiataCX-3
TrimGrand TouringGrand Touring
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Roll bar$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers$0 
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Convertible top$3000 
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support $0
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Steering-linked headlights $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
Folding second row seats $300
No leather in second row$-300 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$4,445$7,125
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,680
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,597

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mazda CX-3

Model Year20112017
ModelMX-5 MiataCX-3
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Wheelbase91.7 in101.2 in
Length157.3 in168.3 in
Width67.7 in69.6 in
Height49.0 in60.7 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,810 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in49.0 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
5.3 ft312.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
5.344.5 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested155094%
Total Not Requested1006%
Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

Option Package Details
Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Convertibles and Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.