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Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,500 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||
| Difference: $2,740 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,169 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||
| Difference: $781 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2006 |
| Model | Beetle | RX-8 |
| Trim | R-Line SEL | Base (automatic) |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $32,550 | $26,435 |
| Base Invoice | $31,249 | $24,458 |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 130 | |
| Shinka Package | 6,885 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | 360 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 100 | |
| Shinka Package | 5,923 | |
| Navigation system | 1,721 | |
| Rear spoiler | 288 | |
| Options (change) | 130 | 9,245 |
| Options (change) | 100 | 7,932 |
| Destination | 820 | 560 |
| Total Price | $33,500 | $36,240 |
| Total Invoice | $32,169 | $32,950 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,810 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,769 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2006 |
| Model | Beetle | RX-8 |
| Trim | R-Line SEL | Base (automatic) |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 210hp I4 | 212hp R2 |
| Transmission | S6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/29 MPG | 18/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-19 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $33,500 | $36,240 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,070 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,430 | $36,240 |
| Total Invoice | $32,169 | $32,950 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,988 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,181 | $32,950 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2017 | 2006 |
| Model | Beetle | RX-8 |
| Trim | R-Line SEL | Base (automatic) |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr 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 collision intervention, rear | $100 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| 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 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| 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 | $5,435 | $3,365 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,070 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,988 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2017 | 2006 |
| Model | Beetle | RX-8 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 100.0 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 168.4 in | 174.3 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,104 lb. | 3,075 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 48.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.4 in | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 29.9 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic)
| Shinka Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Paint, special | 0 | No |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | 15 | No |
| Comfort suspension (upgrade) | 0 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 4000 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 2065 | 34% |
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