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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,928

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $11,600

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,392

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $10,663

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062011
ModelNew BeetleRX-8
Trim2.5 / TDIGrand Touring
Body2dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Base Price $17,180 $32,260
Base Invoice $16,107 $29,878
Package 2 1,755  
Package 1 1,390  
All-weather floor mats 99 78
Satellite radio 375  
CD changer, remote 499  
Temporary spare tire   395
Package 2 1,629  
Package 1 1,291  
All-weather floor mats 64 62
Satellite radio 331  
CD changer, remote 340  
Temporary spare tire   320
Options (change) 4,118 473
Options (change) 3,655 382
Destination 630 795
Total Price $21,928 $33,528
Total Invoice $20,392 $31,055

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,782
Model Year20062011
ModelNew BeetleRX-8
Trim2.5 / TDIGrand Touring
Body2dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Engine150hp I5232hp R2
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-18
Total Price$21,928$33,528
Adjustments for Features0-3,110
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,928$30,418
Total Invoice$20,392$31,055
Adjustments for Features0-2,881
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,392$28,174

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20062011
ModelNew BeetleRX-8
Trim2.5 / TDIGrand Touring
Body2dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Side curtain airbags $350
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Second-row high console $250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
Surround sound $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$1,140$4,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,110
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,881

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20062011
ModelNew BeetleRX-8
Body2dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Wheelbase98.7 in106.4 in
Length161.1 in175.6 in
Width67.9 in69.7 in
Height59.0 in52.8 in
Curb Weight2,885 lb.3,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.8 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom39.4 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.3 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		12.0 ft37.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		27.2 ft37.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8 specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI

Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
225/45HR17 tires400No
Total Requested152579%
Total Not Requested40021%
Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested110099%
Total Not Requested151%

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