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Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda RX-8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,055

Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited   
Difference: $4,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,989

Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited   
Difference: $3,149

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120062006
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIRX-8RX-8
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedBase (automatic)Base (manual)
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Base Price $28,995 $37,345 $26,435 $26,435
Base Invoice $27,309 $35,285 $24,458 $24,458
Cargo net 55 55 40 40
Navigation system 2,000 1,800 2,000 2,000
Universal garage door opener 85 85    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 195 195    
Satellite radio   427    
Shinka Package     6,885 6,165
Body kit     970 970
Rear spoiler     360 360
Cargo net 36 36 32 32
Navigation system 1,737 1,565 1,721 1,721
Universal garage door opener 55 55    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 127 127    
Satellite radio   320    
Shinka Package     5,923 5,304
Body kit     775 775
Rear spoiler     288 288
Options (change) 2,335 2,562 10,255 9,535
Options (change) 1,955 2,103 8,739 8,120
Destination 725 725 560 560
Total Price $32,055 $40,632 $37,250 $36,530
Total Invoice $29,989 $38,113 $33,757 $33,138

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda RX-8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,425
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,014
Model Year2011201120062006
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIRX-8RX-8
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedBase (automatic)Base (manual)
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Engine265hp H4305hp H4212hp R2238hp R2
TransmissionM5M6T6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10100, 10300, 9300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17245/40-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$32,055$40,632$37,250$36,530
Adjustments for Features-1,280-2,830-1,0500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,775$37,802$36,200$36,530
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,027$0$330
Total Invoice$29,989$38,113$33,757$33,138
Adjustments for Features-1,198-2,655-9520
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,791$35,458$32,805$33,138
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,667$0$333

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Features Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year2011201120062006
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIRX-8RX-8
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedBase (automatic)Base (manual)
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
6-speed manual $150 $150
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100 
AWD$1700$1700  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200  
Proximity key  $250$250
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100
Second-row high console  $250$250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200  
Water-repellent front-door glass  $15$15
Wiper de-icer$25$25  
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275  
Limited-slip front differential $500  
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300$300
Exterior 
Hood scoop$100$100  
Rear spoiler$200 $200$200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100  
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
CD player$125$125  
iPod integration$100$100  
MP3-compatible player$50$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Compass$0$0  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50
Trip computer$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25  
Visor mirror, driver$10$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Folding second row seats$300$300  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350  
Polished alloy wheels  $350$350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0$0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 
Total Value of Features$4,045$5,595$3,815$2,765
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,280$2,830$1,050$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,198-2,655-9520

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20112006
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIRX-8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Wheelbase103.1 in106.4 in
Length180.3 in174.3 in
Width68.5 in69.7 in
Height58.1 in52.8 in
Curb Weight3,076 lb.3,046 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume11.3 ft37.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic)

Shinka Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Polished alloy wheels0No
Paint, special0No
Water-repellent front-door glass15No
Comfort suspension (upgrade)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Proximity key250No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested415068%
Total Not Requested191532%

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (manual)

Shinka Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Polished alloy wheels0No
Paint, special0No
Water-repellent front-door glass15No
Comfort suspension (upgrade)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Proximity key250No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested360068%
Total Not Requested166532%

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