Mazda RX-8 Mazda RX-8 2011 BMW X3 BMW X3 2017

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

Join Us

Mazda RX-8 vs. BMW X3 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 RX-8 vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,805

Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring   
Difference: $18,740

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,074

Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring   
Difference: $18,361

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112017
ModelRX-8X3
TrimGrand TouringxDrive35i
Body4dr Coupe4dr SUV
Base Price $32,260 $48,950
Base Invoice $29,878 $46,205
6-speed shiftable automatic 700  
Cargo mat 50  
Navigation system 2,000 1,950
Text dictation   0
Metallic paint (extra cost)   700
Heated front seats   500
Leather seating surfaces   1,450
6-speed shiftable automatic 645  
Cargo mat 36  
Navigation system 1,720 1,795
Text dictation   0
Metallic paint (extra cost)   645
Heated front seats   460
Leather seating surfaces   1,335
Options (change) 2,750 4,600
Options (change) 2,401 4,235
Destination 795 995
Total Price $35,805 $54,545
Total Invoice $33,074 $51,435

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 RX-8 dealer quotes or BMW X3 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 RX-8 vs. BMW X3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,420
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,458
Model Year20112017
ModelRX-8X3
TrimGrand TouringxDrive35i
Body4dr Coupe4dr SUV
Engine212hp R2300hp I6
TransmissionT6T8
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/23 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18245/50-18
Total Price$35,805$54,545
Adjustments for Features0-7,320
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,805$47,225
Total Invoice$33,074$51,435
Adjustments for Features0-6,903
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,074$44,532

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. BMW X3

Model Year20112017
ModelRX-8X3
TrimGrand TouringxDrive35i
Body4dr Coupe4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Power liftgate $350
Power rear side windows $200
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Hill descent control $250
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Roof rails $250
Second-row high console$250 
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Handwriting recognition $200
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive $15
Navigation map updates, three years $0
S Voice support $0
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Text dictation $50
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Voice recorder $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats $300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,650$10,970
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,320
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,903

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. BMW X3

Model Year20112017
ModelRX-8X3
Body4dr Coupe4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.4 in110.6 in
Length175.6 in183.8 in
Width69.7 in74.1 in
Height52.8 in66.1 in
Curb Weight3,094 lb.4,230 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in39.9 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in36.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.6 ft327.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
7.663.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
App support0No
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested60054%
Total Not Requested51546%

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 Coupes
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.