Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison
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For the Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Taurus price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the MX-5 Miata vs. Taurus Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the MX-5 Miata and Taurus will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Ford Taurus SEL's price is $2,335 lower than the Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,335 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,345 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Grand Touring | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 158hp I4 | 300hp V6 | 300hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/27 MPG | 17/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 7 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/45-17 | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | 27,525 | 30,555 | 33,420 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,365 | -6,530 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 27,525 | 25,190 | 26,890 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 1,700 |
| Total Invoice | 25,417 | 27,986 | 30,599 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,914 | -5,979 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 25,417 | 23,072 | 24,620 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 0 | 1,548 |
Invoice Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Taurus
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford TaurusThe 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: 3,030 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: 2,569 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Grand Touring | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 25,240 | 26,670 | 30,670 |
| Base Invoice | 23,323 | 24,453 | 28,053 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,100 | ||
| Satellite radio | 430 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 45 | 75 | 75 |
| Cargo net | 40 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,135 | ||
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | 0 | |
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 57 | 57 | |
| Cargo net | 0 | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 987 | 0 | |
| AWD | 1,664 | 1,664 | |
| Total options | 1,615 | 3,060 | 1,925 |
| Total options | 1,424 | 2,708 | 1,721 |
| Destination | 670 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | 27,525 | 30,555 | 33,420 |
| Total Invoice | 25,417 | 27,986 | 30,599 |
Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | Grand Touring | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| 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 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $100 | $100 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Aux input | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | $25 | |
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $150 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $50 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior temperature display | $50 | $50 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Powertrain | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $500 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,760 | $7,125 | $8,290 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,365 | $6,530 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,914 | -5,979 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Taurus |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 157.3 in | 200.4 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 49.0 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,527 lb. | 3,814 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 50.6 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 41.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 5.3 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
SEL
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Power recline, passenger | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar, passenger | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 23% |
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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 Taurus
| Price of the Ford Taurus: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
with the rebates the price was under the acura tl awd with tech. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taurus & Five Hundred sell for very low prices compared to the value they provide |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
I think the Taurus is affordable for the provided features |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very low cost for decent overall quality. |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Purchased 2002 wagon used in 2005 with less than 30k miles for only $10,000. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Low price for its class. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car is just cheap to purchase. I think the going price for a used Taurus is around 5k. |
