Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison
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For the Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Explorer price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the MX-5 Miata vs. Explorer Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the MX-5 Miata and Explorer will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring's price is $415 lower than the Ford Explorer XLT's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 415 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 853 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Grand Touring | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 158hp I4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/27 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 7 | ?, 6 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/45-17 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | 29,125 | 34,420 | 40,435 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,880 | -10,170 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 29,125 | 29,540 | 30,265 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 725 |
| Total Invoice | 26,771 | 32,188 | 37,661 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,564 | -9,472 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 26,771 | 27,624 | 28,189 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 565 |
Invoice Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Explorer
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford ExplorerThe 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.
| Lowest Total Price: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: 5,295 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: 5,417 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Grand Touring | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 25,240 | 31,520 | 37,535 |
| Base Invoice | 23,323 | 29,479 | 34,952 |
| Premium Package 2 | 1,250 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,100 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 45 | 75 | 75 |
| Satellite radio | 430 | ||
| Cargo net | 40 | ||
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Premium Package 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | 0 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | 0 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | |
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | |
| Cargo net | 0 | 0 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Total options | 3,215 | 2,075 | 2,075 |
| Total options | 2,778 | 1,884 | 1,884 |
| Destination | 670 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | 29,125 | 34,420 | 40,435 |
| Total Invoice | 26,771 | 32,188 | 37,661 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Grand Touring | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Compact spare tire | $75 | $75 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $100 | $100 | |
| Safety key | $25 | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| App support | $125 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||
| Aux input | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $100 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet capability | $175 | ||
| Interior air filter | $25 | $25 | |
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $150 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $50 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $50 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | ||
| WIFI hotspot capability | $125 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Exterior temperature display | $50 | $50 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Reconfigurable LCD instruments | $300 | ||
| Spotter mirrors | $40 | $40 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Powertrain | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,835 | $8,715 | $14,005 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,880 | $10,170 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,564 | -9,472 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 157.3 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 49.0 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,527 lb. | 4,752 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 50.6 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Grand Touring
| Premium Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Keyless access and ignition | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 44% |
Option Package Details
XLT
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Price of the Mazda MX-5 Miata: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
Inexpensive for a convertible sports car. |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Bought it used (2 years old) for $16,500 with 8000 miles on it. If you can find one you like for similar money, buy it. This model year has a 4 year bumper to bumper warranty, unlike subsequent years which are covered for 3 years. |
| 2004 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Great value for the car -- Used, I could get a fully loaded sports car for the same price as a new base model economy car. |
| 2003 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
Bought used, 2 owner car, both ladies drove it only for weekend joy ride, covered and garaged, e.g. low mileage, showroom condition...3K under Blue Book. |
| 2003 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
The price point for a used 03 Miata are quite attractive, considering other roadsters. |
| 2002 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Price on the later models is a bit high for how little creature comforts you get. Worth it once you find out how fun and reliable it is. Great on gas too |
| Price of the Mazda MX-5 Miata: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2003 | 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
Very pricey in Canada (30k for a stripper), dealers do not want to deal. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Explorer
| Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
With discounts it is very reasonably priced for what you get. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
Lots of car for the money. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Great value. Bad for Ford, great for us. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
With the incentives, buying this SUV felt like I was getting a huge bargain. By my 5th year of ownership, I felt like I got ripped off based on the cost to maintain this vehicle. |
| Price of the Ford Explorer: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Too expensive in the market compared to more reliable trucks available like Honda Pilots. |
