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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,995

Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring   
Difference: $3,875

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,886

Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring   
Difference: $4,787

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelMX-5 MiataLancer
TrimTouringRalliart
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,435 $27,995
Base Invoice $20,726 $26,813
Satellite radio 430  
Body kit 1,145  
Rear spoiler 350  
All-weather floor mats 75 80
Satellite radio 344  
Body kit 916  
Rear spoiler 280  
All-weather floor mats 60 65
Options (change) 2,000 80
Options (change) 1,600 65
Destination 560 795
Total Price $24,995 $28,870
Total Invoice $22,886 $27,673

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $375
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,432
Model Year20062012
ModelMX-5 MiataLancer
TrimTouringRalliart
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4237hp I4
TransmissionM5S6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/30 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16215/45-18
Total Price$24,995$28,870
Adjustments for Features0-3,500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,995$25,370
Total Invoice$22,886$27,673
Adjustments for Features0-3,355
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,886$24,318

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Model Year20062012
ModelMX-5 MiataLancer
TrimTouringRalliart
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed automated manual $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Roll bar$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers$0 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275
Limited-slip front differential $500
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000 
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,300$6,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,500
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,355

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Model Year20062012
ModelMX-5 MiataLancer
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in103.7 in
Length157.3 in180.0 in
Width67.7 in69.4 in
Height49.0 in58.7 in
Curb Weight2,441 lb.3,461 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.15.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft311.6 ft3

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