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

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Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,315

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $250

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,782

Mazda RX-8 Manual   
Difference: $1,056

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelRX-8Passat
TrimManualV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,435 $32,950
Base Invoice $24,458 $31,600
Grand Touring Package 4,635  
Navigation system 2,000  
Rear spoiler 360 375
Cargo mat 50 125
Cargo net 40 95
Temporary spare tire 395  
Grand Touring Package 4,277  
Navigation system 1,721  
Rear spoiler 288 300
Cargo mat 36 99
Cargo net 32 69
Temporary spare tire 320  
Options (change) 7,480 595
Options (change) 6,674 468
Destination 650 770
Total Price $34,565 $34,315
Total Invoice $31,782 $32,838

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,930
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,509
Model Year20082012
ModelRX-8Passat
TrimManualV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine232hp R2280hp V6
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18235/45-18
Total Price$34,565$34,315
Adjustments for Features0-2,680
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,565$31,635
Total Invoice$31,782$32,838
Adjustments for Features0-2,565
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,782$30,273

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082012
ModelRX-8Passat
TrimManualV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Remote start $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Cargo Management 
Second-row high console$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
SD Card slot $25
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Automatic headlights $125
Cornering lights $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats $300
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,975$4,655
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,680
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,565

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

Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20082012
ModelRX-8Passat
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in110.4 in
Length174.3 in191.6 in
Width69.7 in72.2 in
Height52.8 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,045 lb.3,446 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume7.6 ft315.9 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested350069%
Total Not Requested155031%

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