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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: $30,230 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | |||
| Difference: $4,300 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,003 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | |||
| Difference: $2,737 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,435 | $26,435 | $23,695 |
| Base Invoice | $24,458 | $24,458 | $22,747 |
| Grand Touring Package | 5,335 | 4,635 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | 395 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 60 | 60 | 235 |
| Cargo mat | 50 | 50 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | 360 | 360 | |
| Autobahn Package | 5,530 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 4,922 | 4,277 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | 320 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 45 | 45 | 176 |
| Cargo mat | 36 | 36 | |
| Navigation system | 1,721 | 1,721 | |
| Rear spoiler | 288 | 288 | |
| Autobahn Package | 5,310 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,200 | 7,500 | 5,765 |
| Options (change) | 7,332 | 6,687 | 5,486 |
| Destination | 595 | 595 | 770 |
| Total Price | $35,230 | $34,530 | $30,230 |
| Total Invoice | $32,385 | $31,740 | $29,003 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,715 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,151 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 212hp R2 | 232hp R2 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 9 | 300, 9 | 300, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $35,230 | $34,530 | $30,230 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,050 | 0 | -765 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,180 | $34,530 | $29,465 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $350 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,385 | $31,740 | $29,003 |
| Adjustments for Features | -965 | 0 | -734 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,420 | $31,740 | $28,269 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $320 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Automatic | Manual | GTI |
| 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 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| 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 | $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 | $2,975 | $1,925 | $2,690 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,050 | $0 | $765 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -965 | 0 | -734 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 |
| 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 | 3,046 lb. | 2,969 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 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 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3750 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 2100 | 36% |
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 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3500 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 31% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
| 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% |
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 3275 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 23% |
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