Compare 2008 Mazda MX-5 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $20,635 | $22,455 | $25,400 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $19,081 | $21,220 | $22,860 |
| Destination | $670 | $620 | $650 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | N/A | Manual | Manual |
| Air Filter | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Cruise Control | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front | Front | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Leather/chrome |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | N/A | Front |
| Ashtray | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpet Front | Carpet Front | N/A |
| Front Windows | Power | Manual | Power |
| Rear Windows | N/A | N/A | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | N/A | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Driver Information Centre | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Regular | Fade | Delay |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Mechanical | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Mechanical | Power | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Leather/metal-look |
| Air Compressor | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 2 Passengers | 2 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 2-way Power | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 6-way |
| Lumbar Support | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | N/A | N/A | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Fixed | Fixed | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | N/A | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | N/A | N/A | 50-50 Bench |
| Rear Head Restraints | N/A | N/A | 2 - Fixed |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Leatherette |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SIRIUS-ready AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| MP3 Capability | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Equalizer | N/A | Automatic | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | N/A | 1 |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | N/A | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | N/A | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Emergency Services | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | N/A | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | N/A | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| Illuminated Entry | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | N/A | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Door Locks | Manual | Manual | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | PASS-Key III+ | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | THEFTLOCK | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | Black | Silver | Body-colored W/chrome Accents |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Tailgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Manual | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Sunroof | N/A | N/A | 1st Row Exterior Power Sliding Fabric |
| Convertible Top | Manual | Manual | Power |
| Convertible Hardtop | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | N/A |
| Front Tires | P205/50VR16.0 BSW Summer Performance | P245/45VR18.0 BSW Performance AS | P195/55VR16.0 BSW Run-flat AS |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Fender Flares | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | SOHC |
| Turbocharger | N/A | N/A | Intercooled Supercharger |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Sport |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Short And Long Arm | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Bilstein | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Short And Long Arm | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Bilstein | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | N/A | StabiliTrak | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | N/A | N/A | Steptronic |
| Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.10 | 3.91 | 2.87 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 157.3 " | 157.2 " | 143.9 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 67.7 " | 71.3 " | 66.5 " |
| Exterior Height | 49.0 " | 50.1 " | 55.5 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 166 @ 6,700 Rpm | 173 @ 5,800 Rpm | 168 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 140 @ 5,000 Rpm | 167 @ 4,500 Rpm | 162 @ 4,000 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 22 Mpg | 19 Mpg | 21 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 27 Mpg | 25 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.8 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.1 Seconds | 15.6 Seconds | 19.5 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 96 Mph | 90 Mph | 55 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 62 Mph | 62 Mph | 61 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.44/3.27 " | 3.46/3.86 " | 3.03/3.38 " |
| Curb Weight | 2,445 Lbs. | 2,860 Lbs. | 2,844 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 3,078 Lbs. | N/A | 3,616 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 1,962 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 1,763 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | N/A | 771 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 91.7 " | 95.1 " | 97.1 " |
| Front Track | 58.7 " | 60.7 " | 57.2 " |
| Rear Track | 58.9 " | 61.4 " | 57.5 " |
| Turning Radius | 15.4 '' | 17.5 '' | 17.4 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | N/A | .37 |
| Front Legroom | 43.1 " | 42.7 " | 41.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | N/A | N/A | 27.5 " |
| Front Headroom | 37.4 " | 38.5 " | 38.4 " |
| Rear Headroom | N/A | N/A | 38.1 " |
| Front Hip Room | 50.6 " | 50.6 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.2 " | 52.4 " | 50.9 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | N/A | N/A | 39.0 " |
| Luggage Volume | 5.3 Cu.ft. | 2.1 Cu.ft. | 4.2 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 5.3 Cu.ft. | 5.4 Cu.ft. | 21.4 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 12.7 Gal. | 13.0 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | 4 | 4 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | 4 | 5 |
| Driver's | N/A | 4 | 4 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Chest | N/A | N/A | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Head/Neck | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
