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

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

Lowest Total Price: $20,005

Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI 2.5i Premium   
Difference: $5,870

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,932

Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI 2.5i Premium   
Difference: $4,661

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008200820082008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimSportTouringGrand Touring2.5i PremiumWRX Premium
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,635 $23,930 $25,240 $18,495 $26,450
Base Invoice $20,002 $22,116 $23,323 $17,634 $24,935
Convenience Package 1,105        
CD changer, in-dash 500        
Satellite radio 430 430 430 453 453
Cargo net 40 40 40 32 32
Rear spoiler 350 350 350 380  
Body kit 1,145 1,145 1,145    
Convenience Package 949        
CD changer, in-dash 400        
Satellite radio 344 344 344 340 340
Cargo net 32 32 32 28 28
Rear spoiler 280 280 280 285  
Body kit 916 916 916    
Options (change) 3,570 1,965 1,965 865 485
Options (change) 2,921 1,572 1,572 653 368
Destination 670 670 670 645 645
Total Price $25,875 $26,565 $27,875 $20,005 $27,580
Total Invoice $23,593 $24,358 $25,565 $18,932 $25,948

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI 2.5i Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,220
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,992
Model Year20082008200820082008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimSportTouringGrand Touring2.5i PremiumWRX Premium
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine166hp I4166hp I4166hp I4170hp H4224hp H4
TransmissionM5M6M6M5M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 7100, 10100, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17205/55-16205/50-17
Total Price$25,875$26,565$27,875$20,005$27,580
Adjustments for Features0-150-1,050-350-1,100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,875$26,415$26,825$19,655$26,480
Cost Above Minimum$0$540$950$0$6,825
Total Invoice$23,593$24,358$25,565$18,932$25,948
Adjustments for Features0-138-963-331-1,035
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,593$24,220$24,602$18,601$24,913
Cost Above Minimum$0$627$1,009$0$6,312

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

Model Year20082008200820082008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimSportTouringGrand Touring2.5i PremiumWRX Premium
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  $0$0
6-speed manual $150$150  
RWD$0$0$0  
AWD   $1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $250
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist   $50$50
Roll bar$200$200$200  
Side curtain airbags   $350$350
Stability control   $400$400
Temporary spare tire   $150$150
Traction control   $100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front    $200
Interior air filter   $0$0
Intermittent wipers$0$0$0  
Variable intermittent wipers   $75$75
Wiper de-icer    $25
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0 $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 $25
Convertible top$3000$3000$3000  
Hood scoop    $100
Infotainment 
Aux input   $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights   $25$25
Heated mirrors    $25
Outside temperature display   $50$50
Trip computer   $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row   $75$75
Door sill trim plates  $100  
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Heated front seats  $200 $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900  
Metal pedals    $75
No leather in second row  $-300  
Total Value of Features$3,475$3,625$4,525$3,825$4,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$150$1,050$350$1,100
Value of Feature Adjustments0-138-963-331-1,035

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

Model Year20082008
ModelMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRX / STI
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in103.1 in
Length157.3 in180.3 in
Width67.7 in68.5 in
Height49.0 in58.1 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.3,017 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft311.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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