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

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Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,405

Mitsubishi Lancer GT   
Difference: $9,860

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,535

Mitsubishi Lancer GT   
Difference: $8,107

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520152009
ModelLancerLancerLancerMX-5 Miata
TrimGTEvolution GSREvolution MRGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Base Price $20,595 $34,495 $38,995 $26,350
Base Invoice $19,725 $33,039 $37,350 $24,346
Premium Package   3,800   1,650
6-speed shiftable automatic       1,100
Rear spoiler       350
Body kit       1,145
Premium Package   3,382   1,417
6-speed shiftable automatic       1,013
Rear spoiler       280
Body kit       916
Options (change) 0 3,800 0 4,245
Options (change) 0 3,382 0 3,626
Destination 810 810 810 670
Total Price $21,405 $39,105 $39,805 $31,265
Total Invoice $20,535 $37,231 $38,160 $28,642

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mitsubishi Lancer GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,847
Model Year2015201520152009
ModelLancerLancerLancerMX-5 Miata
TrimGTEvolution GSREvolution MRGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Engine168hp I4291hp I4291hp I4158hp I4
TransmissionM5M5S6T6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 6710, 9710, 9?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18245/40-18245/40-18205/45-17
Total Price$21,405$39,105$39,805$31,265
Adjustments for Features0-5,750-5,000-4,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,405$33,355$34,805$26,615
Cost Above Minimum$0$11,950$13,400$0
Total Invoice$20,535$37,231$38,160$28,642
Adjustments for Features0-5,474-4,793-4,260
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,535$31,757$33,367$24,382
Cost Above Minimum$0$11,222$12,832$0

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

Model Year2015201520152009
ModelLancerLancerLancerMX-5 Miata
TrimGTEvolution GSREvolution MRGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0  
6-speed automated manual  $1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
FWD$0   
AWD $1700$1700 
RWD   $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200 
Universal garage door opener   $100
Wind blocker, small   $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Rearview camera$200   
Roll bar   $200
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Intermittent wipers   $0
Rain-sensing wipers  $175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75  
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500$500 
Adjustable center differential $275$275 
Limited-slip front differential $500$500 
Exterior 
Convertible top   $3000
Hood scoop $100$100 
Rear spoiler$200 $200$200
Sunroof $900  
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
HD radio$50$50$50 
Surround sound $250$250 
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150$150
Automatic headlights  $125 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50 
Door sill trim plates $100 $100
Folding second row seats$300   
Heated front seats $200 $200
Leather seating surfaces $900 $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  $50
Metal pedals $75$75 
No leather in second row   $-300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0   
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100 
Short-throw shifter (optional) $0  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100
Total Value of Features$2,075$7,825$7,075$6,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,750$5,000$4,650
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,474-4,793-4,260

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

Model Year20152009
ModelLancerMX-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 Weight2,933 lb.2,442 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 GSR

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900No
Sound insulation, additional0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Total Requested195057%
Total Not Requested150043%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
1000No
Total Requested1009%
Total Not Requested100091%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested155094%
Total Not Requested1006%

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