| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009--2012-2010 | 2009--2012-2010 | 2009--2012-2010 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | RX-8 | RX-8 | Matrix | Matrix | Matrix |
| Trim | Sport | Touring | Grand Touring | R3 | Base | S | XRS |
| Engines | |||||||
| Transmissions | |||||||
| Drivetrains | |||||||
| Tires | |||||||
| Audio Systems | |||||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | |||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
| Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||||
| Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||||
| Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||
| Homelink. | |||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Rear disc brakes. | |||||||
| If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||||||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||
| Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||||
| When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||
| Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||
| Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||
| Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||
| Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||||
| When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Above floor system for organizing cargo. | |||||||
| Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||
| Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | |||||||
| Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage. | |||||||
| Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||
| Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||||
| Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||||||
| Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||
| Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | |||||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | |||||||
| Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||
| Only listed if a second, smaller spoiler is also standard or optional. No additional value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
| Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||||
| Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||||
| Includes CD player. | |||||||
| Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||
| Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||
| XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||
| Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||
| Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||||
| Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||
| Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||
| Front row reading lights. | |||||||
| Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |||||||
| Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||||
| Reports engine speed. | |||||||
| Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| All-weather floormats. | |||||||
| For carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface. | |||||||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||
| Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||||
| Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. | |||||||
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