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

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Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,295

Volkswagen Beetle R-Line   
Difference: $2,945

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,997

Volkswagen Beetle R-Line   
Difference: $953

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152006
ModelBeetleRX-8
TrimR-LineBase (automatic)
Body2dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Base Price $25,450 $26,435
Base Invoice $24,433 $24,458
6-speed automated manual 1,100  
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package 5,925  
Shinka Package   6,885
Navigation system   2,000
Rear spoiler   360
6-speed automated manual 1,056  
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package 5,688  
Shinka Package   5,923
Navigation system   1,721
Rear spoiler   288
Options (change) 7,025 9,245
Options (change) 6,744 7,932
Destination 820 560
Total Price $33,295 $36,240
Total Invoice $31,997 $32,950

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle R-Line
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,390
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,381
Model Year20152006
ModelBeetleRX-8
TrimR-LineBase (automatic)
Body2dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Engine210hp I4212hp R2
TransmissionS6T6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/30 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-19225/45-18
Total Price$33,295$36,240
Adjustments for Features-4450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,850$36,240
Total Invoice$31,997$32,950
Adjustments for Features-4280
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,569$32,950

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20152006
ModelBeetleRX-8
TrimR-LineBase (automatic)
Body2dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Remote app$25 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Rearview camera$200 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Second-row high console $250
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Boost gauge$75 
Cornering lights$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
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 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
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
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$3,985$3,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$445$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4280

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

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20152006
ModelBeetleRX-8
Body2dr Hatch4dr Coupe
Wheelbase100.0 in106.4 in
Length168.4 in174.3 in
Width71.2 in69.7 in
Height58.5 in52.8 in
Curb Weight3,104 lb.3,075 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.0 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom31.4 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft37.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		29.9 ft37.6 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line

Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
235/40HR19 tires400No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Rear cross-traffic collision interventionNo
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Proximity key250Yes
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested335065%
Total Not Requested177535%

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 key250Yes
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Limited-slip rear differential300No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested385063%
Total Not Requested221537%

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