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

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

Lowest Total Price: $32,055

Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited   
Difference: $3,560

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,989

Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited   
Difference: $2,638

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelRX-8Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimManualWRX Limited
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,435 $28,995
Base Invoice $24,458 $27,309
Grand Touring Package 4,635  
Navigation system 2,000 2,000
Rear spoiler 360  
Cargo net 40 55
Temporary spare tire 395  
Body kit 1,100  
Universal garage door opener   85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   195
Grand Touring Package 4,277  
Navigation system 1,721 1,737
Rear spoiler 288  
Cargo net 32 36
Temporary spare tire 320  
Body kit 881  
Universal garage door opener   55
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   127
Options (change) 8,530 2,335
Options (change) 7,519 1,955
Destination 650 725
Total Price $35,615 $32,055
Total Invoice $32,627 $29,989

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,955
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,943
Model Year20082011
ModelRX-8Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimManualWRX Limited
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine232hp R2265hp H4
TransmissionM6M5
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9100, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18235/45-17
Total Price$35,615$32,055
Adjustments for Features0-1,395
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,615$30,660
Total Invoice$32,627$29,989
Adjustments for Features0-1,305
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,627$28,684

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

Model Year20082011
ModelRX-8Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimManualWRX 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
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Second-row high console$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
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 
Door sill trim plates$100 
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 
Total Value of Features$2,300$3,695
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,395
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,305

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

Model Year20082011
ModelRX-8Impreza / WRX / STI
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in103.1 in
Length174.3 in180.3 in
Width69.7 in68.5 in
Height52.8 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,045 lb.3,208 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume7.6 ft311.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Proximity key250No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested340067%
Total Not Requested165033%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 100W, 10 speakers350No
Satellite radio200No
Total Requested60052%
Total Not Requested55048%

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