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Toyota Matrix vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Toyota Matrix vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,515

Toyota Matrix XR   
Difference: $7,644

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,597

Toyota Matrix XR   
Difference: $7,254

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820112011
ModelMatrixMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimXRSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Hatch2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $16,990 $23,110 $26,710
Base Invoice $15,373 $21,385 $24,714
Side curtain airbags 645    
Extra Value Package 1 270    
Alloy wheels 410    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 300    
CD changer, in-dash 240 500  
Convenience Package   1,160  
Cargo net   49 49
Rear spoiler   400 400
Body kit   1,145 1,145
Side curtain airbags 555    
Extra Value Package 1 243    
Alloy wheels 328    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 258    
CD changer, in-dash 180 400  
Convenience Package   996  
Cargo net   39 39
Rear spoiler   320 320
Body kit   916 916
Options (change) 1,865 3,254 1,594
Options (change) 1,564 2,671 1,275
Destination 660 795 795
Total Price $19,515 $27,159 $29,099
Total Invoice $17,597 $24,851 $26,784

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Matrix XR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,444
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,241
Model Year200820112011
ModelMatrixMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimXRSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Hatch2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine126hp I4167hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-16205/45-17
Total Price$19,515$27,159$29,099
Adjustments for Features0-2,200-3,700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,515$24,959$25,399
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$440
Total Invoice$17,597$24,851$26,784
Adjustments for Features0-2,013-3,406
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,597$22,838$23,378
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$540

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Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year200820112011
ModelMatrixMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimXRSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Hatch2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Power rear side windows$200  
Universal garage door opener  $100
Wind blocker, small $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Brake assist $50$50
Roll bar $200$200
Side curtain airbags$350  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50  
Cargo cover$75  
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Interior air filter$0  
Intermittent wipers $0$0
Rear wiper$175  
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Exterior 
Convertible top $3000$3000
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Trip computer $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75  
Door sill trim plates  $100
Floor mats $75$75
Folding passenger seat$150  
Folding second row seats$300  
Heated front seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
No leather in second row  $-300
Total Value of Features$1,850$4,050$5,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,200$3,700
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,013-3,406

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Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20082011
ModelMatrixMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Hatch2dr Convertible
Wheelbase102.4 in91.7 in
Length171.3 in157.3 in
Width69.9 in67.7 in
Height61.6 in49.0 in
Curb Weight2,680 lb.2,442 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.7 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.8 ft35.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
53.2 ft35.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix XR

Extra Value Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50No
Total Requested20080%
Total Not Requested5020%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150No
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Total Requested82575%
Total Not Requested27525%

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