Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX Subaru Impreza / WRX 2013

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

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

Lowest Total Price: $30,370

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $935

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,558

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $116

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009201320132013
ModelMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,350 $29,295 $34,295 $37,645
Base Invoice $24,346 $27,589 $32,448 $35,564
Premium Package 1,650      
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,100      
Cargo net 40 55 55 55
Rear spoiler 350      
Body kit 1,145      
Universal garage door opener   85 85 85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165 165
Premium Package 1,417      
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,013      
Cargo net 32 36 36 36
Rear spoiler 280      
Body kit 916      
Universal garage door opener   56 56 56
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107 107
Options (change) 4,285 305 305 305
Options (change) 3,658 199 199 199
Destination 670 770 770 770
Total Price $31,305 $30,370 $35,370 $38,720
Total Invoice $28,674 $28,558 $33,417 $36,533

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mazda MX-5 Miata dealer quotes or Subaru Impreza / WRX dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

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

Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $235
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $525
Model Year2009201320132013
ModelMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4265hp H4305hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT6M5M6M6
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$31,305$30,370$35,370$38,720
Adjustments for Features-7000-625-1,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,605$30,370$34,745$37,070
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,375$6,700
Total Invoice$28,674$28,558$33,417$36,533
Adjustments for Features-6410-590-1,557
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,033$28,558$32,827$34,976
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,269$6,418

Return to top

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

Model Year2009201320132013
ModelMX-5 MiataImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimGrand TouringWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
5-speed manual $0  
6-speed manual  $150$150
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 
Roll bar$200   
Rollover sensor $50$50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350
Temporary spare tire $150$150$150
Climate Control 
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
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
CD changer, in-dash$325   
CD player $125$125$125
Satellite radio$200   
USB port $25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25$25$25
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors $25$25$25
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
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100   
Total Value of Features$5,550$4,850$5,475$6,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$700$0$625$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments-6410-590-1,557

Return to top

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

Model Year20092013
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

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested110067%
Total Not Requested55033%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX STI

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX STI Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Convertibles and Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.