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Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,585

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $5,080

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,721

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $4,797

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082013
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionMX-5 Miata
TrimEvolution GSREvolution MRGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Base Price $32,990 $38,290 $27,350
Base Invoice $31,093 $36,089 $25,854
Sight, Sound, and Spoiler Pkg. 2,000    
CD changer, in-dash   350  
Premium Package     1,390
Suspension Package     650
Rear spoiler     400
Sight, Sound, and Spoiler Pkg. 1,750    
CD changer, in-dash   292  
Premium Package     1,194
Suspension Package     558
Rear spoiler     320
Options (change) 2,000 350 2,440
Options (change) 1,750 292 2,072
Destination 675 675 795
Total Price $35,665 $39,315 $30,585
Total Invoice $33,518 $37,056 $28,721

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,220
Model Year200820082013
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionMX-5 Miata
TrimEvolution GSREvolution MRGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Engine291hp I4291hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionM5S6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)650, 9140, 6?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18205/45-17
Total Price$35,665$39,315$30,585
Adjustments for Features0-1,325-450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,665$37,990$30,135
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,325$0
Total Invoice$33,518$37,056$28,721
Adjustments for Features0-1,249-423
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,518$35,807$28,298
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,289$0

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year200820082013
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionMX-5 Miata
TrimEvolution GSREvolution MRGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed automated manual $1100 
6-speed manual  $150
AWD$1700$1700 
RWD  $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200 
Universal garage door opener  $100
Wind blocker, small  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Roll bar  $200
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Intermittent wipers  $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500$500 
Adjustable center differential$275$275 
Limited-slip front differential$500$500 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Convertible top  $3000
Hood scoop$100$100 
Rear spoiler  $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler$500$500 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Satellite radio$200 $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates  $100
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals$75$75 
No leather in second row  $-300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100 
Short-throw shifter (optional)$0  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$5,175$6,500$5,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,325$450
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,249-423

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Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20082013
ModelLancer / EvolutionMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase103.7 in91.7 in
Length180.0 in157.3 in
Width69.4 in67.7 in
Height58.7 in49.0 in
Curb Weight2,923 lb.2,448 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.3 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume11.6 ft35.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Evolution GSR

Sight, Sound, and Spoiler Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Wheel locks25No
Rockford Fosgate, 650W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tall rear wing-type spoiler300No
Total Requested115063%
Total Not Requested67537%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested105091%
Total Not Requested1009%
Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

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