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Mazda RX-8 vs. Scion tC Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Mazda RX-8 vs. Scion tC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,033

Scion tC   
Difference: $8,442

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,632

Scion tC   
Difference: $7,562

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620062008
ModelRX-8RX-8tC
TrimBase (automatic)Base (manual)Base
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $26,435 $26,435 $17,000
Base Invoice $24,458 $24,458 $16,150
Cargo net 40 40 49
Cargo mat 50 50 104
All-weather floor mats 60 60 145
Rear spoiler 360 360 385
Body kit 970 970 995
Touring Package   2,975  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     310
Fog lights     425
Cargo net 32 32 34
Cargo mat 36 36 65
All-weather floor mats 45 45 100
Rear spoiler 288 288 285
Body kit 775 775 833
Touring Package   2,559  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     225
Fog lights     320
Options (change) 1,480 4,455 2,413
Options (change) 1,176 3,735 1,862
Destination 560 560 620
Total Price $28,475 $31,450 $20,033
Total Invoice $26,194 $28,753 $18,632

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Scion tC

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Scion tC
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,062
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,139
Model Year200620062008
ModelRX-8RX-8tC
TrimBase (automatic)Base (manual)Base
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine212hp R2238hp R2161hp I4
TransmissionT6M6M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6300, 9160, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-16225/45-18215/45-17
Total Price$28,475$31,450$20,033
Adjustments for Features0-1,525-620
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,475$29,925$19,413
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,450$0
Total Invoice$26,194$28,753$18,632
Adjustments for Features0-1,394-577
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,194$27,359$18,055
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,165$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Scion tC

Model Year200620062008
ModelRX-8RX-8tC
TrimBase (automatic)Base (manual)Base
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150 
5-speed manual  $0
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Stability control $400 
Traction control $100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 
Second-row high console$250$250 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Sunroof $900 
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50
iPod integration  $100
MP3-compatible player  $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Fog lights $125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Floor mats$75$75 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Folding second row seats  $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$1,950$3,475$2,570
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,525$620
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,394-577

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See a complete comparison of Mazda RX-8 vs. Scion tC features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Scion tC

Model Year20062008
ModelRX-8tC
Body4dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.4 in106.3 in
Length174.3 in174.0 in
Width69.7 in69.1 in
Height52.8 in55.7 in
Curb Weight3,046 lb.2,906 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in36.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in50.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in47.3 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in33.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		7.6 ft312.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		7.635.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda RX-8 vs. Scion tC specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (manual)

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
Traction control100No
Stability control400No
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested127542%
Total Not Requested175058%

Option Package Details
Scion tC

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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