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

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Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,605

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $5,923

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,352

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $4,423

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112013
ModelRX-8Jetta
TrimGrand TouringGLI
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,260 $23,945
Base Invoice $29,878 $22,987
Temporary spare tire 395  
All-weather floor mats 78 235
Navigation system 2,000  
Autobahn Package   2,250
Navigation Package   2,005
Rear spoiler   375
Temporary spare tire 320  
All-weather floor mats 62 185
Navigation system 1,720  
Autobahn Package   2,160
Navigation Package   1,925
Rear spoiler   300
Options (change) 2,473 4,865
Options (change) 2,102 4,570
Destination 795 795
Total Price $35,528 $29,605
Total Invoice $32,775 $28,352

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta GLI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,113
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,676
Model Year20112013
ModelRX-8Jetta
TrimGrand TouringGLI
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine232hp R2200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/40-18
Total Price$35,528$29,605
Adjustments for Features-8100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,718$29,605
Total Invoice$32,775$28,352
Adjustments for Features-7470
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,028$28,352

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112013
ModelRX-8Jetta
TrimGrand TouringGLI
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
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
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Second-row high console$250 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass $0
Cornering lights $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats $300
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,050$2,240
Value of Feature Adjustments$810$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-7470

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

Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20112013
ModelRX-8Jetta
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in104.4 in
Length175.6 in182.2 in
Width69.7 in70.0 in
Height52.8 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,065 lb.2,805 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume7.6 ft315.5 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Synthetic leather seating surfaces0No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Air-conditioned storage compartment50No
225/40HR18 tires400No
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested130058%
Total Not Requested94042%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Rearview camera200No
Cornering lights50No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested135077%
Total Not Requested40023%

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