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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,630

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $5,005

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,154

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $4,244

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082006200620062006
ModelMazda3MX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimsTouringSportGrand TouringLimited
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $17,535 $22,435 $22,935 $24,435 $26,700
Base Invoice $16,416 $20,726 $21,187 $22,568 $24,654
Touring Package 990        
CD changer, in-dash 500 500 500 500 500
Cargo net 40 40 40 40 40
All-weather floor mats 60 75 75 75 75
Bright-finished fuel door 100 100 100 100 100
Rear spoiler 325 350 350 350 350
Satellite radio 430 430 430 430  
Body kit   1,145 1,145 1,145 1,145
Touring Package 924        
CD changer, in-dash 400 400 400 400 400
Cargo net 32 32 32 32 32
All-weather floor mats 48 60 60 60 60
Bright-finished fuel door 80 80 80 80 80
Rear spoiler 260 280 280 280 280
Satellite radio 344 344 344 344  
Body kit   916 916 916 916
Options (change) 2,445 2,640 2,640 2,640 2,210
Options (change) 2,088 2,112 2,112 2,112 1,768
Destination 650 560 560 560 560
Total Price $20,630 $25,635 $26,135 $27,635 $29,470
Total Invoice $19,154 $23,398 $23,859 $25,240 $26,982

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,705
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,057
Model Year20082006200620062006
ModelMazda3MX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimsTouringSportGrand TouringLimited
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine156hp I4170hp I4170hp I4170hp I4170hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4?, 4?, 7?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17205/45-17
Total Price$20,630$25,635$26,135$27,635$29,470
Adjustments for Features0-1,300-1,450-2,350-3,900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,630$24,335$24,685$25,285$25,570
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$350$950$1,235
Total Invoice$19,154$23,398$23,859$25,240$26,982
Adjustments for Features0-1,187-1,324-2,146-3,571
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,154$22,211$22,535$23,094$23,411
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$324$883$1,200

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20082006200620062006
ModelMazda3MX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimsTouringSportGrand TouringLimited
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0   
6-speed manual  $150$150$150
FWD$0    
RWD $0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200    
Proximity key    $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150$150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250    
Wind blocker, small $100$100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0    
Brake assist$50    
Roll bar $200$200$200$200
Side curtain airbags$350    
Stability control$400   $400
Tire-pressure monitor$75    
Traction control$100   $100
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0    
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential    $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75    
Convertible top $3000$3000$3000$3000
Infotainment 
Aux input$50    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Outside temperature display$50    
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25    
Xenon HID headlights    $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75    
Center armrest(s), second row$50    
Folding second row seats$300    
Leather seating surfaces   $900$900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50    
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Total Value of Features$2,150$3,450$3,600$4,500$6,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,300$1,450$2,350$3,900
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,187-1,324-2,146-3,571

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20082006
ModelMazda3MX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase103.9 in91.7 in
Length178.3 in157.3 in
Width69.1 in67.7 in
Height57.7 in49.0 in
Curb Weight2,759 lb.2,442 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft35.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Body kit0Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Limited

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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