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Mazda RX-8 vs. Toyota Matrix Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda RX-8 vs. Toyota Matrix Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,975

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $4,865

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,215

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $4,501

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082011
ModelRX-8RX-8Matrix
TrimAutomaticManualS
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Base Price $26,435 $26,435 $19,565
Base Invoice $24,458 $24,458 $18,097
Temporary spare tire 395 395  
Rear spoiler 360 360  
Touring Package   3,100  
Sport Package     1,240
Premium Package     1,410
Temporary spare tire 320 320  
Rear spoiler 288 288  
Touring Package   2,860  
Sport Package     1,103
Premium Package     1,255
Options (change) 755 3,855 2,650
Options (change) 608 3,468 2,358
Destination 650 650 760
Total Price $27,840 $30,940 $22,975
Total Invoice $25,716 $28,576 $21,215

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Toyota Matrix

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Matrix S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,960
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,512
Model Year200820082011
ModelRX-8RX-8Matrix
TrimAutomaticManualS
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Engine212hp R2232hp R2158hp I4
TransmissionT6M6M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6300, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-16225/45-18215/45-17
Total Price$27,840$30,940$22,975
Adjustments for Features0-1,800-1,095
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,840$29,140$21,880
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,300$0
Total Invoice$25,716$28,576$21,215
Adjustments for Features0-1,662-1,011
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,716$26,914$20,204
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,198$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year200820082011
ModelRX-8RX-8Matrix
TrimAutomaticManualS
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150 
5-speed manual  $0
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Power rear side windows  $200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Universal garage door opener $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Brake assist  $50
Stability control $400$400
Traction control $100$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 
Rear wiper  $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Sunroof $900$900
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash $325 
CD player$125 $125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Satellite radio  $200
USB port  $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150 
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors  $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates$100$100 
Floor mats$75$75 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Folding second row seats  $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Metal pedals $75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$2,350$4,150$3,445
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,800$1,095
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,662-1,011

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year20082011
ModelRX-8Matrix
Body4dr Coupe4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.4 in102.4 in
Length174.3 in171.9 in
Width69.7 in69.5 in
Height52.8 in61.4 in
Curb Weight3,046 lb.2,866 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in53.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in43.7 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.6 ft319.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
7.661.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested152547%
Total Not Requested170053%

Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix S

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels350Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
215/45WR17 tires400No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested55058%
Total Not Requested40042%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
USB port25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

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