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2021 BMW
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2021 Mazda
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| Invoice* | $49,885 | $25,359 to $30,028 |
| MPG - City | 24 MPG | 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 4.6 ft3 |
| Engine | Inline-4 | Inline-4 |
| Transmission | Auto Manual | Manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 181 hp |
| Exterior Length | 187.9 in | 154.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.9 in | 68.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 32.5 in |
Front 43.1 in
Rear info not available |
| Head Room |
Front 40.6 in
Rear 36.1 in |
Front 37.4 in
Rear info not available |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The BMW 430 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Convenience
With the BMW 430 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mazda MX-5 Miata, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW 430 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda MX-5 Miata, which has a much lower MSRP.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The BMW 430 and the Mazda MX-5 Miata have similar Destination Charges.
Dimensions
Since the BMW 430 is much wider than the Mazda MX-5 Miata, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the BMW 430, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 430 has a much more powerful engine than the Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 430 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Utility
The BMW 430 offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda MX-5 Miata, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the BMW 430 than that of the Mazda MX-5 Miata.