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Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,085

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $6,365

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,727

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $5,986

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112008
ModelRX-8Escape
TrimGrand TouringHybrid
Body4dr Coupe4dr SUV
Base Price $32,260 $26,505
Base Invoice $29,878 $24,879
Temporary spare tire 395  
Navigation system 2,000  
Sunroof   995
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System   2,695
Premium Package   1,195
Temporary spare tire 320  
Navigation system 1,720  
Sunroof   846
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System   2,291
Premium Package   1,016
Options (change) 2,395 4,885
Options (change) 2,040 4,153
Destination 795 695
Gas Tax 0 -3,000
Total Price $35,450 $29,085
Total Invoice $32,713 $26,727

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,105
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,746
Model Year20112008
ModelRX-8Escape
TrimGrand TouringHybrid
Body4dr Coupe4dr SUV
Engine232hp R2133hp I4 H
TransmissionM6CVT
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9320, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18235/70-16
Total Price$35,450$29,085
Adjustments for Features-2600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,190$29,085
Total Invoice$32,713$26,727
Adjustments for Features-2400
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,473$26,727

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20112008
ModelRX-8Escape
TrimGrand TouringHybrid
Body4dr Coupe4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
CVT $1000
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control$400 
Traction control$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Roof rack $300
Second-row high console$250 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Surround sound$250 
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Outside temperature display$50 
Trip computer $150
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats $300
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals$75 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$3,700$3,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$260$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2400

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20112008
ModelRX-8Escape
Body4dr Coupe4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.4 in103.1 in
Length175.6 in174.7 in
Width69.7 in71.1 in
Height52.8 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,065 lb.3,273 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.6 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
7.666.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1125100%
Total Not Requested00%
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Trip computer150No
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25No
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested80056%
Total Not Requested62544%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Roof rack crossbars50No
Cargo cover75No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
AC power outlet100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested150576%
Total Not Requested47524%

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