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Acura RSX vs. Mazda Mazda3
On this site: compare the Acura RSX and Mazda Mazda3 in terms of:
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Acura RSX and Mazda Mazda3. Including:
- Price Comparison
- Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
- TrueDelta Car Value Comparison
- Customized Price Comparison
- Dealer Price Quotes
Specifications Comparison | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | RSX | Mazda3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 | 103.9 |
| Length | 172.4 | 177.4 |
| Width | 67.9 | 69.1 |
| Height | 54.9 | 57.9 |
| Curb Weight | 2840 | 3221 |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 | 15.9 |
| R1 Headroom | 37.8 | 38.9 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 52.6 | 54.9 |
| R1 Hip Room | 51.1 | |
| R1 Legroom | 43.1 | 42.0 |
| R2 Headroom | 34.1 | 38.0 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 51.3 | 54.0 |
| R2 Hip Room | 46.2 | |
| R2 Legroom | 29.2 | 36.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 | 17.0 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.0 | 17.0 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 | 43.8 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Acura RSX vs. Mazda Mazda3The 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. | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | RSX | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Type-S | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $23,845 | $23,340 |
| Moonroof and Bose Package | $1,395 | |
| Total options | $0 | $1,395 |
| Destination | $615 | $750 |
| Net Price | $24,460 | $25,485 |
| Lowest Net Price | RSX Type-S 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | $1,025 | |
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Invoice Comparison : Acura RSX vs. Mazda Mazda3Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices. | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | RSX | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Type-S | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Invoice | $21,754 | $21,851 |
| Moonroof and Bose Package | $1,200 | |
| Total options | $0 | $1,200 |
| Destination | $615 | $750 |
| Net Invoice | $22,369 | $23,801 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | RSX Type-S 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | $1,432 | |
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Feature Comparison : Acura RSX vs. Mazda Mazda3Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you. | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | RSX | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Type-S | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 263hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 ($150) | M6 ($150) |
| Drivetrain | FWD ($0) | FWD ($0) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 23 / 31 | 18 / 25 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 215/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 170, 7 | 242, 10 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows ($200) |  |  |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual ($150) | | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual ($250) | | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake assist ($50) | | |
| Front seat active head restraints ($50) | | |
| Side curtain airbags ($350) | | |
| Stability control ($400) | | |
| Tire-pressure monitor ($75) | | |
| Traction control ($100) | | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder ($25) | | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel ($125) | | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming ($100) | | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link ($50) | | |
| Cassette player ($100) | | |
| Dual-zone climate control ($125) | | |
| MP3 player input jack ($100) | | |
| MP3-compatible player ($50) | | |
| Surround sound ($100) | |  |
| Exterior | ||
| Hood scoop ($100) | | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic-off headlights ($25) | | |
| Boost gauge ($75) | | |
| Exterior temperature gauge ($50) | | |
| Fog lights ($125) | | |
| Heated mirrors ($25) | | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver ($50) | | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger ($50) | | |
| Trip computer ($150) | | |
| Visor mirror, driver ($10) | | |
| Visor mirror, passenger ($10) | | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Limited-slip front differential ($275) | | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s) second row ($50) | | |
| Center armrest(s) first row ($75) | | |
| Leather seating surfaces ($900) | | |
| Manual lumbar, driver first row ($50) | | |
| Partial leather seating sufaces ($500) | | |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$0 | -$2,380 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Acura RSX vs. Mazda Mazda3These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | RSX | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Type-S | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $24,460 | $25,485 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$0 | -$2,380 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $24,460 | $23,105 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $22,369 | $23,801 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$0 | -$2,223 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $22,369 | $21,578 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $1,355 | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $791 | |
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Notes
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.
Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.
