Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2013 Mazda RX-8 Mazda RX-8 2006
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Volkswagen Passat 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.

Volkswagen Passat vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,915

Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium   
Difference: $695

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,399

Mazda RX-8 Base (manual)   
Difference: $1,015

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132006
ModelPassatRX-8
TrimV6 SEL PremiumBase (manual)
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Base Price $33,525 $26,435
Base Invoice $32,151 $24,458
Cargo net 95 40
Cargo mat 125 50
Rear spoiler 375 360
Shinka Package   6,165
Navigation system   2,000
Cargo net 69 32
Cargo mat 99 36
Rear spoiler 300 288
Shinka Package   5,304
Navigation system   1,721
Options (change) 595 8,615
Options (change) 468 7,381
Destination 795 560
Total Price $34,915 $35,610
Total Invoice $33,414 $32,399

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Volkswagen Passat dealer quotes or Mazda RX-8 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,410
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,583
Model Year20132006
ModelPassatRX-8
TrimV6 SEL PremiumBase (manual)
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Engine280hp V6238hp R2
TransmissionS6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$34,915$35,610
Adjustments for Features-2,7150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,200$35,610
Total Invoice$33,414$32,399
Adjustments for Features-2,5980
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,816$32,399

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20132006
ModelPassatRX-8
TrimV6 SEL PremiumBase (manual)
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote start$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Second-row high console $250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents$100 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights$125 
Cornering lights$50 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$4,880$2,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,715$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,5980

Return to top

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

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20132006
ModelPassatRX-8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Coupe
Wheelbase110.4 in106.4 in
Length191.6 in174.3 in
Width72.2 in69.7 in
Height58.5 in52.8 in
Curb Weight3,446 lb.3,045 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft37.6 ft3

Return to top

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

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 surfaces0Yes
Polished alloy wheels0No
Paint, special0No
Water-repellent front-door glass15No
Comfort suspension (upgrade)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Proximity key250Yes
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 300W, 9 speakers350No
225/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested370070%
Total Not Requested156530%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.