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Mazda RX-8 vs. BMW i3 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 i3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,055

Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring   
Difference: $4,590

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,393

Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring   
Difference: $4,687

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112017
ModelRX-8i3
TrimGrand TouringBase
Body4dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Base Price $32,260 $44,450
Base Invoice $29,878 $42,020
Navigation system 2,000  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   700
Sunroof   1,000
Navigation system 1,720  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   645
Sunroof   920
Options (change) 2,000 1,700
Options (change) 1,720 1,565
Destination 795 995
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $35,055 $39,645
Total Invoice $32,393 $37,080

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. BMW i3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,065
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,261
Model Year20112017
ModelRX-8i3
TrimGrand TouringBase
Body4dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Engine232hp R2168hp E
TransmissionM6A1
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9100, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18155/70-19
Total Price$35,055$39,645
Adjustments for Features0-1,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,055$38,120
Total Invoice$32,393$37,080
Adjustments for Features0-1,426
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,393$35,654

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. BMW i3

Model Year20112017
ModelRX-8i3
TrimGrand TouringBase
Body4dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
1-speed automatic $800
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Second-row high console$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Heat pump $250
Rear wiper $175
Residual heat $50
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
33 kWh battery pack $0
7.2 kW onboard charger $500
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Carbon fiber body structure $0
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Digital instruments $0
Heated mirrors$25 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Tachometer$75 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats $300
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$4,400$5,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,525
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,426

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. BMW i3

Model Year20112017
ModelRX-8i3
Body4dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.4 in101.2 in
Length175.6 in157.4 in
Width69.7 in69.9 in
Height52.8 in62.1 in
Curb Weight3,065 lb.2,962 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.2.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in50.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.6 ft32.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
7.611.8 ft3

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