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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,660

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $5,455

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,277

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $6,386

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102014
ModelMX-5 MiataBeetle
TrimGrand TouringR-Line
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $26,410 $29,395
Base Invoice $24,400 $28,219
Premium Package 1,650  
Suspension Package 500  
Rear spoiler 350  
Sound and Nav Package   4,400
Wind blocker   500
Premium Package 1,417  
Suspension Package 430  
Rear spoiler 280  
Sound and Nav Package   4,224
Wind blocker   400
Options (change) 2,500 4,900
Options (change) 2,127 4,624
Destination 750 820
Total Price $29,660 $35,115
Total Invoice $27,277 $33,663

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,540
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,633
Model Year20102014
ModelMX-5 MiataBeetle
TrimGrand TouringR-Line
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine167hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17235/40-19
Total Price$29,660$35,115
Adjustments for Features0-3,915
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,660$31,200
Total Invoice$27,277$33,663
Adjustments for Features0-3,753
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,277$29,910

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20102014
ModelMX-5 MiataBeetle
TrimGrand TouringR-Line
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Wind blocker $300
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests $500
Roll bar$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Temporary spare tire $150
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers$0 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Convertible top$3000 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Power convertible top $4000
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
iPod integration $100
Navigation system $600
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Boost gauge $75
Cornering lights $50
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim $250
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals $75
No leather in second row$-300 
Total Value of Features$4,400$8,315
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,915
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,753

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Volkswagen Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20102014
ModelMX-5 MiataBeetle
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Wheelbase91.7 in100.0 in
Length157.3 in168.4 in
Width67.7 in71.2 in
Height49.0 in58.0 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.3,158 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in43.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft37.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Volkswagen Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested155094%
Total Not Requested1006%
Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line

Sound and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
235/40HR19 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested185050%
Total Not Requested187550%

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