Acura RL Acura RL 2012 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2011
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Acura RL vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

The 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.

Acura RL vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,700

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $23,395

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,921

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $21,072

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelRLMazda3
TrimBases
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $48,200 $19,545
Base Invoice $44,098 $18,303
Grand Touring Package   3,210
Tech Package   1,835
Cargo net   40
Universal garage door opener   75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   200
Grand Touring Package   2,993
Tech Package   1,578
Cargo net   32
Universal garage door opener   60
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   160
Options (change) 0 5,360
Options (change) 0 4,823
Destination 895 795
Total Price $49,095 $25,700
Total Invoice $44,993 $23,921

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Acura RL dealer quotes or Mazda Mazda3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,830
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,805
Model Year20122011
ModelRLMazda3
TrimBases
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine300hp V6167hp I4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/24 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)260, 10242, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18205/50-17
Total Price$49,095$25,700
Adjustments for Features-3,5650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$45,530$25,700
Total Invoice$44,993$23,921
Adjustments for Features-3,2670
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$41,726$23,921

Return to top

Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20122011
ModelRLMazda3
TrimBases
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Sunshades, second row$125 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors$25 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,465$1,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,565$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,2670

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Acura RL vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20122011
ModelRLMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.2 in103.9 in
Length195.8 in180.7 in
Width72.7 in69.1 in
Height57.2 in57.9 in
Curb Weight4,099 lb.3,179 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.4 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft311.8 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Acura RL vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested332590%
Total Not Requested35010%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested107553%
Total Not Requested95047%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Acura models.