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Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,618 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring | ||
| Difference: $2,597 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,843 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring | ||
| Difference: $2,286 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | RX-8 | Passat |
| Trim | Grand Touring | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,260 | $29,950 |
| Base Invoice | $29,878 | $27,513 |
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 78 | 185 |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 1,800 |
| Cargo net | 40 | |
| Cargo mat | 50 | |
| Luxury #1 Package | 2,750 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 950 | |
| AWD | 1,950 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 62 | 145 |
| Navigation system | 1,720 | 1,589 |
| Cargo net | 32 | |
| Cargo mat | 36 | |
| Luxury #1 Package | 2,513 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 839 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | |
| Options (change) | 2,563 | 7,635 |
| Options (change) | 2,170 | 6,986 |
| Destination | 795 | 630 |
| Total Price | $35,618 | $38,215 |
| Total Invoice | $32,843 | $35,129 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $868 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $899 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | RX-8 | Passat |
| Trim | Grand Touring | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 232hp R2 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 18/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 9 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 235/45-17 |
| Total Price | $35,618 | $38,215 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,465 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,618 | $34,750 |
| Total Invoice | $32,843 | $35,129 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,185 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,843 | $31,944 |
Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | RX-8 | Passat |
| Trim | Grand Touring | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,150 | $5,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,465 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,185 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | RX-8 | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,064 lb. | 3,829 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 48.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 37.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
| 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% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 475 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-person bench | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury #1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2665 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 1165 | 30% |
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