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Audi A3 vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,170

Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3   
Difference: $12,155

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,775

Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3   
Difference: $10,852

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelA3Mazda3
Trim3.2 S lineMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $34,915 $24,000
Base Invoice $32,471 $22,952
Metallic paint (extra cost) 450  
Bluetooth cell phone link 435  
Navigation system 1,950  
Xenon HID headlights 800  
Tech Package   2,135
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   200
Cargo net   40
Metallic paint (extra cost) 418  
Bluetooth cell phone link 405  
Navigation system 1,813  
Xenon HID headlights 745  
Tech Package   1,836
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   160
Cargo net   32
Options (change) 3,635 2,375
Options (change) 3,381 2,028
Destination 775 795
Total Price $39,325 $27,170
Total Invoice $36,627 $25,775

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,780
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,640
Model Year20082012
ModelA3Mazda3
Trim3.2 S lineMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine250hp V6263hp I4
TransmissionS6M6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)195, 10265, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$39,325$27,170
Adjustments for Features-2,3750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,950$27,170
Total Invoice$36,627$25,775
Adjustments for Features-2,2120
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,415$25,775

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082012
ModelA3Mazda3
Trim3.2 S lineMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manual $150
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
SD Card slot$25 
Surround sound $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75
Fog light, rear$100 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,150$2,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,375$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,2120

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082012
ModelA3Mazda3
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.5 in103.9 in
Length168.7 in177.4 in
Width69.5 in69.1 in
Height56.0 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,660 lb.3,281 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft317.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		54.6 ft342.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi A3 vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Proximity key250No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Total Requested152569%
Total Not Requested70031%

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