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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,280

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $1,620

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,860

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $2,331

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringLimitedWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,435 $26,700 $29,095 $34,095 $37,445
Base Invoice $22,568 $24,654 $27,405 $32,263 $35,379
Premium Package 1,250        
Suspension Package 500        
Cargo net 40 40 55 55 55
Rear spoiler 350 350      
Body kit 1,145 1,145      
Premium Package 1,074        
Suspension Package 430        
Cargo net 32 32 36 36 36
Rear spoiler 280 280      
Body kit 916 916      
Options (change) 3,285 1,535 55 55 55
Options (change) 2,732 1,228 36 36 36
Destination 560 560 750 750 750
Total Price $28,280 $28,795 $29,900 $34,900 $38,250
Total Invoice $25,860 $26,442 $28,191 $33,049 $36,165

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $695
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,459
Model Year20062006201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringLimitedWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4170hp I4265hp H4305hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionM6M6M5M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 7?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17205/45-17235/45-17245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$28,280$28,795$29,900$34,900$38,250
Adjustments for Features0-200-925-1,450-2,475
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,280$28,595$28,975$33,450$35,775
Cost Above Minimum$0$315$0$4,475$6,800
Total Invoice$25,860$26,442$28,191$33,049$36,165
Adjustments for Features0-184-872-1,373-2,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,860$26,258$27,319$31,676$33,825
Cost Above Minimum$0$398$0$4,357$6,506

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20062006201220122012
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringLimitedWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 $150$150
5-speed manual  $0  
RWD$0$0   
AWD  $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200$200$200
Proximity key$250$250   
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250
Wind blocker, small$100$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50$50$50
Roll bar$200$200   
Rollover sensor  $50$50$50
Side curtain airbags  $350$350$350
Tire-pressure monitor  $75$75$75
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200$200$200
Interior air filter  $0$0$0
Intermittent wipers$0$0   
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75$75
Wiper de-icer  $25$25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential   $275$275
Limited-slip front differential   $500$500
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300 $300$300
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000$3000   
Hood scoop  $100$100$100
Rear spoiler$200$200$200  
Sunroof  $900 $900
Tall rear wing-type spoiler   $500$500
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50$50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100$100
MP3-compatible player  $50$50$50
Satellite radio $200   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25$25
Fog lights$125$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors  $25$25$25
Outside temperature display  $50$50$50
Trip computer  $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75$75$75
Folding second row seats  $300$300$300
Heated front seats  $200$200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces   $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0$0
Total Value of Features$4,475$4,675$5,400$5,925$6,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$200$925$1,450$2,475
Value of Feature Adjustments0-184-872-1,373-2,340

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20062012
ModelMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRX
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in104.1 in
Length157.3 in180.3 in
Width67.7 in68.5 in
Height49.0 in57.6 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,912 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.14.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested130079%
Total Not Requested35021%
Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

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