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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: $29,045

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $1,300

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,595

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $2,010

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008201420142014
ModelMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,240 $29,495 $34,495 $37,845
Base Invoice $23,323 $27,774 $32,635 $35,751
Premium Package 1 1,600      
Cargo net 40 55 55 55
Rear spoiler 350      
Body kit 1,145      
Premium Package 1 1,374      
Cargo net 32 36 36 36
Rear spoiler 280      
Body kit 916      
Options (change) 3,135 55 55 55
Options (change) 2,602 36 36 36
Destination 670 795 795 795
Total Price $29,045 $30,345 $35,345 $38,695
Total Invoice $26,595 $28,605 $33,466 $36,582

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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: $500
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,256
Model Year2008201420142014
ModelMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine166hp I4265hp H4305hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionM6M5M6M6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17235/45-17245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$29,045$30,345$35,345$38,695
Adjustments for Features0-800-1,425-2,450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,045$29,545$33,920$36,245
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,375$6,700
Total Invoice$26,595$28,605$33,466$36,582
Adjustments for Features0-754-1,349-2,316
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,595$27,851$32,117$34,266
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,266$6,415

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

Model Year2008201420142014
ModelMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150$150
5-speed manual $0  
RWD$0   
AWD $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200$200$200
Proximity key$250   
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250$250
Wind blocker, small$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50$50
Roll bar$200   
Rollover sensor $50$50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350
Temporary spare tire $150$150$150
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Intermittent wipers$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
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000   
Hood scoop $100$100$100
Rear spoiler$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
CD changer, in-dash$325   
CD player $125$125$125
USB port $25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25$25$25
Fog lights$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
Door sill trim plates$100 $100$100
Folding second row seats $300$300$300
Metal pedals $75$75$75
No leather in second row$-300   
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0
Total Value of Features$4,600$5,400$6,025$7,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$800$1,425$2,450
Value of Feature Adjustments0-754-1,349-2,316

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

Model Year20082014
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 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested100061%
Total Not Requested65039%

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