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Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru WRX 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.

Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,695

Subaru WRX Limited   
Difference: $795

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,695

Subaru WRX Limited   
Difference: $330

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112016
ModelRX-8WRX
TrimGrand TouringLimited
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,260 $30,395
Base Invoice $29,878 $28,601
Temporary spare tire 395  
Cargo net 40 55
Universal garage door opener   85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165
8-speed shiftable CVT   1,200
Temporary spare tire 320  
Cargo net 32 36
Universal garage door opener   56
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107
8-speed shiftable CVT   1,100
Options (change) 435 1,505
Options (change) 352 1,299
Destination 795 795
Total Price $33,490 $32,695
Total Invoice $31,025 $30,695

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,595
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,959
Model Year20112016
ModelRX-8WRX
TrimGrand TouringLimited
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine232hp R2268hp H4
TransmissionM6CVT-8
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18245/40-18
Total Price$33,490$32,695
Adjustments for Features0-2,800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,490$29,895
Total Invoice$31,025$30,695
Adjustments for Features0-2,629
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,025$28,066

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20112016
ModelRX-8WRX
TrimGrand TouringLimited
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
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 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Second-row high console$250 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Front splitter spoiler $200
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Surround sound$250 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75
Compass $0
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
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 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,925$5,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,800
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,629

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20112016
ModelRX-8WRX
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in104.3 in
Length175.6 in180.9 in
Width69.7 in70.7 in
Height52.8 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,064 lb.3,433 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume7.6 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT
FeatureValueRequested?
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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