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Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,150

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $5,380

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,242

Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited   
Difference: $3,896

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelRX-8Impreza / WRX
TrimBase (manual)WRX Limited
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,435 $29,095
Base Invoice $24,458 $27,405
Shinka Package 6,165  
Navigation system 2,000 1,000
Rear spoiler 360  
Cargo net 40 55
Body kit 970  
Universal garage door opener   85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165
Shinka Package 5,304  
Navigation system 1,721 888
Rear spoiler 288  
Cargo net 32 36
Body kit 775  
Universal garage door opener   56
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107
Options (change) 9,535 1,305
Options (change) 8,120 1,087
Destination 560 750
Total Price $36,530 $31,150
Total Invoice $33,138 $29,242

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,735
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,168
Model Year20062012
ModelRX-8Impreza / WRX
TrimBase (manual)WRX Limited
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine238hp R2265hp H4
TransmissionM6M5
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18235/45-17
Total Price$36,530$31,150
Adjustments for Features0-1,355
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,530$29,795
Total Invoice$33,138$29,242
Adjustments for Features0-1,272
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,138$27,970

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20062012
ModelRX-8Impreza / WRX
TrimBase (manual)WRX Limited
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
5-speed manual $0
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Second-row high console$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Trip computer $150
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
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 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$2,565$3,920
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,355
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,272

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20062012
ModelRX-8Impreza / WRX
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in104.1 in
Length174.3 in180.3 in
Width69.7 in68.5 in
Height52.8 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,045 lb.3,208 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume7.6 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (manual)

Shinka Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Polished alloy wheels0No
Paint, special0No
Water-repellent front-door glass15No
Comfort suspension (upgrade)0No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Proximity key250No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested360068%
Total Not Requested166532%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested80089%
Total Not Requested10011%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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