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Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,928

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $11,255

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,392

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $10,306

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102006
ModelRX-8New Beetle
TrimGrand Touring2.5 / TDI
Body4dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $31,960 $17,180
Base Invoice $29,566 $16,107
Temporary spare tire 395  
All-weather floor mats 78 99
Package 1   1,390
Package 2   1,755
Satellite radio   375
CD changer, remote   499
Temporary spare tire 320  
All-weather floor mats 62 64
Package 1   1,291
Package 2   1,629
Satellite radio   331
CD changer, remote   340
Options (change) 473 4,118
Options (change) 382 3,655
Destination 750 630
Total Price $33,183 $21,928
Total Invoice $30,698 $20,392

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,145
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,429
Model Year20102006
ModelRX-8New Beetle
TrimGrand Touring2.5 / TDI
Body4dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine232hp R2150hp I5
TransmissionM6M5
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-17
Total Price$33,183$21,928
Adjustments for Features-3,1100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,073$21,928
Total Invoice$30,698$20,392
Adjustments for Features-2,8770
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,821$20,392

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year20102006
ModelRX-8New Beetle
TrimGrand Touring2.5 / TDI
Body4dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
5-speed manual $0
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
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
Side curtain airbags$350 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Second-row high console$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player $125
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$4,250$1,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,110$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,8770

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See a complete comparison of Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year20102006
ModelRX-8New Beetle
Body4dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.4 in98.7 in
Length175.6 in161.1 in
Width69.7 in67.9 in
Height52.8 in59.0 in
Curb Weight3,065 lb.2,885 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in52.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in39.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in49.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		7.6 ft312.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		7.627.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI

Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested110099%
Total Not Requested151%
Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
225/45HR17 tires400No
Total Requested152579%
Total Not Requested40021%

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