Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2006
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.

Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,890

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $3,700

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,445

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $2,982

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012200620062006
ModelSentraMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSE-R Spec VTouringSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $20,990 $22,435 $22,935 $24,435
Base Invoice $19,571 $20,726 $21,187 $22,568
Floor mats 120      
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,100 1,100 1,100
Rear spoiler   350 350 350
Body kit   1,145 1,145 1,145
Floor mats 94      
6-speed shiftable automatic   945 945 945
Rear spoiler   280 280 280
Body kit   916 916 916
Options (change) 120 2,595 2,595 2,595
Options (change) 94 2,141 2,141 2,141
Destination 780 560 560 560
Total Price $21,890 $25,590 $26,090 $27,590
Total Invoice $20,445 $23,427 $23,888 $25,269

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Nissan Sentra dealer quotes or Mazda MX-5 Miata dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $850
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $373
Model Year2012200620062006
ModelSentraMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSE-R Spec VTouringSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine200hp I4166hp I4166hp I4166hp I4
TransmissionM6T6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG22/30 MPG22/30 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 6?, 4?, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17
Total Price$21,890$25,590$26,090$27,590
Adjustments for Features0-2,850-2,850-3,750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,890$22,740$23,240$23,840
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$500$1,100
Total Invoice$20,445$23,427$23,888$25,269
Adjustments for Features0-2,609-2,609-3,435
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,445$20,818$21,279$21,834
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$461$1,016

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year2012200620062006
ModelSentraMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSE-R Spec VTouringSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100$1100
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200   
Wind blocker, small $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
Roll bar $200$200$200
Side curtain airbags$350   
Stability control$400   
Tire-pressure monitor$75   
Traction control$100   
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers $0$0$0
Variable intermittent wipers$75   
Exterior 
Convertible top $3000$3000$3000
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125$125
Aux input$50   
MP3-compatible player$50   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Outside temperature display$50   
Trip computer$150   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75   
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0   
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0   
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100$100
Total Value of Features$1,775$4,625$4,625$5,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,850$2,850$3,750
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,609-2,609-3,435

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20122006
ModelSentraMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase105.7 in91.7 in
Length179.8 in157.3 in
Width70.5 in67.7 in
Height59.5 in49.0 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.2,527 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft35.3 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000		1000Yes
Total Requested100091%
Total Not Requested1009%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000		1000Yes
Total Requested100091%
Total Not Requested1009%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000		1000Yes
Total Requested100091%
Total Not Requested1009%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.