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Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,195

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $705

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,725

Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring   
Difference: $1,466

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220122008
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXMX-5 Miata
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI LimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Base Price $29,095 $34,095 $37,445 $25,240
Base Invoice $27,405 $32,263 $35,379 $23,323
Cargo net 55 55 55 40
Suspension Package       500
Premium Package 2       1,250
Rear spoiler       350
Body kit       1,145
Cargo net 36 36 36 32
Suspension Package       430
Premium Package 2       1,074
Rear spoiler       280
Body kit       916
Options (change) 55 55 55 3,285
Options (change) 36 36 36 2,732
Destination 750 750 750 670
Total Price $29,900 $34,900 $38,250 $29,195
Total Invoice $28,191 $33,049 $36,165 $26,725

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $95
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $712
Model Year2012201220122008
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXMX-5 Miata
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI LimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Engine265hp H4305hp H4305hp H4166hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17245/40-18245/40-18205/45-17
Total Price$29,900$34,900$38,250$29,195
Adjustments for Features-800-1,425-2,4500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,100$33,475$35,800$29,195
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,375$6,700$0
Total Invoice$28,191$33,049$36,165$26,725
Adjustments for Features-754-1,349-2,3160
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,437$31,700$33,849$26,725
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,263$6,412$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year2012201220122008
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXMX-5 Miata
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STIWRX STI LimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
6-speed manual $150$150$150
AWD$1700$1700$1700 
RWD   $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200 
Proximity key   $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Wind blocker, small   $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50$50 
Roll bar   $200
Rollover sensor$50$50$50 
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Intermittent wipers   $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75 
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275$275 
Limited-slip front differential $500$500 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300$300
Exterior 
Convertible top   $3000
Hood scoop$100$100$100 
Rear spoiler$200  $200
Sunroof$900 $900 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500$500 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
USB port$25$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25$25 
Fog lights$125 $125$125
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
Outside temperature display$50$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75$75 
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100
Folding second row seats$300$300$300 
Metal pedals$75$75$75 
No leather in second row   $-300
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0 
Total Value of Features$5,400$6,025$7,050$4,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$800$1,425$2,450$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-754-1,349-2,3160

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20122008
ModelImpreza / WRXMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase104.1 in91.7 in
Length180.3 in157.3 in
Width68.5 in67.7 in
Height57.6 in49.0 in
Curb Weight2,912 lb.2,442 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.6 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft35.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%

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