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Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,090 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| Difference: $4,385 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,918 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| Difference: $2,796 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Beetle | Beetle |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | Turbo | R-Line |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,435 | $26,435 | $23,695 | $30,135 |
| Base Invoice | $24,458 | $24,458 | $22,747 | $28,930 |
| Grand Touring Package | 5,335 | 4,635 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | 395 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 360 | 360 | ||
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | 5,600 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Grand Touring Package | 4,922 | 4,277 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | 320 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,721 | 1,721 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 288 | 288 | ||
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | 5,376 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,090 | 7,390 | 5,600 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 7,251 | 6,606 | 5,376 | 0 |
| Destination | 650 | 650 | 795 | 795 |
| Total Price | $35,175 | $34,475 | $30,090 | $30,930 |
| Total Invoice | $32,359 | $31,714 | $28,918 | $29,725 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle Turbo | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,320 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,746 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Beetle | Beetle |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | Turbo | R-Line |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 212hp R2 | 232hp R2 | 200hp I4 | 210hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 9 | 300, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 235/40-19 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $35,175 | $34,475 | $30,090 | $30,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | -975 | 0 | -210 | -460 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,200 | $34,475 | $29,880 | $30,470 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $275 | $0 | $590 |
| Total Invoice | $32,359 | $31,714 | $28,918 | $29,725 |
| Adjustments for Features | -897 | 0 | -202 | -442 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,462 | $31,714 | $28,716 | $29,283 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $252 | $0 | $567 |
Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Beetle | Beetle |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | Turbo | R-Line |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,275 | $2,300 | $2,510 | $2,760 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $975 | $0 | $210 | $460 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -897 | 0 | -202 | -442 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 |
| Model | RX-8 | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 99.9 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,046 lb. | 2,940 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 48.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 | 29.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Automatic
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3850 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 2000 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3600 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle Turbo
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| 235/40HR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), front row | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3550 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 26% |
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