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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,405

Nissan Sentra 1.8 S   
Difference: $10,135

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,112

Nissan Sentra 1.8 S   
Difference: $9,044

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011200620062006
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSentraSentraSentra
TrimSportGrand Touring1.8 SSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,110 $26,710 $15,200 $18,100 $18,300
Base Invoice $21,385 $24,714 $14,137 $16,834 $17,020
Convenience Package 1,160        
Satellite radio 430 430 350 350 350
Rear spoiler 400 400      
CD changer, in-dash 500        
Body kit 1,145 1,145      
Suspension Package   500      
Special Edition Package     500    
ABS and Side Airbags Package     600 600 600
Floor mats     150 150 150
Sunroof Package       700 700
Audio Fanatic Package       650 650
Convenience Package 996        
Satellite radio 344 344 304 304 304
Rear spoiler 320 320      
CD changer, in-dash 400        
Body kit 916 916      
Suspension Package   430      
Special Edition Package     433    
ABS and Side Airbags Package     520 520 520
Floor mats     113 113 113
Sunroof Package       607 607
Audio Fanatic Package       564 564
Options (change) 3,635 2,475 1,600 2,450 2,450
Options (change) 2,976 2,010 1,370 2,108 2,108
Destination 795 795 605 605 605
Total Price $27,540 $29,980 $17,405 $21,155 $21,355
Total Invoice $25,156 $27,519 $16,112 $19,547 $19,733

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra 1.8 S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,200
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,363
Model Year20112011200620062006
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSentraSentraSentra
TrimSportGrand Touring1.8 SSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4167hp I4126hp I4165hp I4175hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M5A4M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 7300, 9300, 9300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/45-17195/55-16195/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$27,540$29,980$17,405$21,155$21,355
Adjustments for Features-2,935-4,9350-1,955-1,805
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,605$25,045$17,405$19,200$19,550
Cost Above Minimum$0$440$0$1,795$2,145
Total Invoice$25,156$27,519$16,112$19,547$19,733
Adjustments for Features-2,681-4,5300-1,806-1,668
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,475$22,989$16,112$17,741$18,065
Cost Above Minimum$0$514$0$1,629$1,953

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20112011200620062006
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataSentraSentraSentra
TrimSportGrand Touring1.8 SSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0  
6-speed manual $150  $150
4-speed automatic   $800 
RWD$0$0   
FWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200$200$200
Universal garage door opener $100   
Wind blocker, small$100$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150 $150$150
Brake assist$50$50   
Roll bar$200$200   
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75   
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40$40$40
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200   
Intermittent wipers$0$0   
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75$75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential    $500
Limited-slip rear differential $300   
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 $0$0
Bodyside moldings  $75$75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25$25
Convertible top$3000$3000   
Sunroof   $900$900
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125   
MP3-compatible player$50$50   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150   
Illuminated visor mirror, driver   $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger   $50$50
Visor mirror, driver$10$10$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75$75$75
Folding second row seats  $300$300$300
Heated front seats $200   
Leather seating surfaces $900   
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Total Value of Features$3,795$5,795$860$2,815$2,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,935$4,935$0$1,955$1,805
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,681-4,5300-1,806-1,668

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Nissan Sentra features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20112006
ModelMX-5 MiataSentra
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in99.8 in
Length157.3 in177.5 in
Width67.7 in67.3 in
Height49.0 in55.5 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,514 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in52.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.3 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft311.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Nissan Sentra 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 computer150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Total Requested97589%
Total Not Requested12511%

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%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra 1.8 S

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Special Edition Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 300W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Fog lights125Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
195/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested102558%
Total Not Requested75042%
ABS and Side Airbags Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
ABS and Side Airbags Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested980100%
Audio Fanatic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alarm100No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 300W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
ABS and Side Airbags Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested980100%
Audio Fanatic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alarm100No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 300W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

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