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Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Explorer 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,275 Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic) | |||
| Difference: $3,465 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,261 Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic) | |||
| Difference: $2,812 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | RX-8 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base (automatic) | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,435 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $24,458 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Shinka Package | 6,885 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | 795 | |
| Third-row seat | 845 | 845 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 595 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||
| Shinka Package | 5,923 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | 676 | |
| Third-row seat | 718 | 718 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 506 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,280 | 6,895 | 4,600 |
| Options (change) | 6,243 | 5,910 | 3,959 |
| Destination | 560 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $34,275 | $37,740 | $37,760 |
| Total Invoice | $31,261 | $34,073 | $34,182 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic) | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $855 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $456 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | RX-8 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base (automatic) | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 212hp R2 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/25 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 9 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 235/65-18 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $34,275 | $37,740 | $37,760 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,610 | -2,610 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,275 | $35,130 | $35,150 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $20 |
| Total Invoice | $31,261 | $34,073 | $34,182 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,356 | -2,363 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,261 | $31,717 | $31,819 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $102 |
Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | RX-8 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base (automatic) | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,615 | $5,225 | $5,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,610 | $2,610 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,356 | -2,363 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | RX-8 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,075 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 48.1 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic)
| Shinka Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | Yes |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Paint, special | 0 | No |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | 15 | No |
| Comfort suspension (upgrade) | 0 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3900 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 2515 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 235/65R18 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/65R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 9% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 95% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 9% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 95% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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