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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: $32,270 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | |||
| Difference: $2,205 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,013 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | |||
| Difference: $701 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Beetle |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,435 | $26,435 | $31,450 |
| Base Invoice | $24,458 | $24,458 | $30,193 |
| Grand Touring Package | 5,335 | 4,635 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | 395 | |
| Rear spoiler | 360 | 360 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 4,922 | 4,277 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | 320 | |
| Rear spoiler | 288 | 288 | |
| Navigation system | 1,721 | 1,721 | |
| Options (change) | 8,090 | 7,390 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 7,251 | 6,606 | 0 |
| Destination | 650 | 650 | 820 |
| Total Price | $35,175 | $34,475 | $32,270 |
| Total Invoice | $32,359 | $31,714 | $31,013 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,690 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,140 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Beetle |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 212hp R2 | 232hp R2 | 210hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 9 | 300, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $35,175 | $34,475 | $32,270 |
| Adjustments for Features | -975 | 0 | -1,760 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,200 | $34,475 | $30,510 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $275 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,359 | $31,714 | $31,013 |
| Adjustments for Features | -897 | 0 | -1,691 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,462 | $31,714 | $29,322 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $252 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Beetle |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $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 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $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 | $3,125 | $2,150 | $3,910 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $975 | $0 | $1,760 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -897 | 0 | -1,691 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | RX-8 | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 100.0 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. | 3,013 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 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | 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 | 3800 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 35% |
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 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3550 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 30% |
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