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Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,495 Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| Difference: $105 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,187 Mazda RX-8 Base (manual) | ||
| Difference: $1,839 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | RX-8 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Base (manual) | R |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,435 | $33,990 |
| Base Invoice | $24,458 | $32,631 |
| Shinka Package | 6,165 | |
| Cargo mat | 50 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 60 | 235 |
| Rear spoiler | 360 | |
| Body kit | 970 | |
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | 1,500 | |
| Shinka Package | 5,304 | |
| Cargo mat | 36 | |
| Navigation system | 1,721 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 45 | 185 |
| Rear spoiler | 288 | |
| Body kit | 775 | |
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | 1,440 | |
| Options (change) | 9,605 | 1,735 |
| Options (change) | 8,169 | 1,625 |
| Destination | 560 | 770 |
| Total Price | $36,600 | $36,495 |
| Total Invoice | $33,187 | $35,026 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,555 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $512 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | RX-8 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Base (manual) | R |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 238hp R2 | 256hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/24 MPG | 19/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 9 | 300, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,600 | $36,495 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,450 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,600 | $34,045 |
| Total Invoice | $33,187 | $35,026 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,351 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,187 | $32,675 |
Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | RX-8 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Base (manual) | R |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $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 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,415 | $4,865 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,351 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | RX-8 | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,045 lb. | 3,326 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 48.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (manual)
| Shinka Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Paint, special | 0 | No |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | 15 | No |
| Comfort suspension (upgrade) | 0 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | 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 | 3575 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1690 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
| All-weather floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 115 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
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