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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,715

Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring   
Difference: $14,925

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,271

Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring   
Difference: $13,518

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015201520152018
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3Mazda3
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,900 $32,600 $33,200 $41,100 $23,145
Base Invoice $27,808 $30,318 $30,876 $38,224 $22,144
Premium Plus Package 2,550 2,550 2,550    
Advanced Technology Package 1,400 1,400 1,400 1,400  
Prestige Package 5,900 5,900 5,900 5,900  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550  
Cargo net 150 150 150 150 50
Cargo mat 115 115 115 115 75
All-weather floor mats 180 180 180 180 100
Premium Equipment Package         1,600
Door sill trim plates         125
Interior ambient lighting         250
Obstacle detection, rear         495
Premium Plus Package 2,371 2,371 2,371    
Advanced Technology Package 1,302 1,302 1,302 1,302  
Prestige Package 5,488 5,488 5,488 5,488  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 511 511 511 511  
Cargo net 139 139 139 139 40
Cargo mat 107 107 107 107 60
All-weather floor mats 168 168 168 168 80
Premium Equipment Package         1,376
Door sill trim plates         100
Interior ambient lighting         200
Obstacle detection, rear         396
Options (change) 10,845 10,845 10,845 8,295 2,695
Options (change) 10,086 10,086 10,086 7,715 2,252
Destination 895 895 895 895 875
Total Price $41,640 $44,340 $44,940 $50,290 $26,715
Total Invoice $38,789 $41,299 $41,857 $46,834 $25,271

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,410
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,175
Model Year20152015201520152018
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3Mazda3
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4150hp I4 D220hp I4292hp I4184hp I4
TransmissionS6S6S6S6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)705, 14705, 14705, 14705, 14?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18215/45-18
Total Price$41,640$44,340$44,940$50,290$26,715
Adjustments for Features-2,515-2,515-4,215-5,5650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,125$41,825$40,725$44,725$26,715
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,700$1,600$5,600$0
Total Invoice$38,789$41,299$41,857$46,834$25,271
Adjustments for Features-2,343-2,343-3,926-5,1830
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$36,446$38,956$37,931$41,651$25,271
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,510$1,485$5,205$0

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Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20152015201520152018
ModelA3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3Mazda3
TrimA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100$1100$1100$1100 
6-speed manual    $150
FWD$0$0  $0
AWD  $1700$1700 
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control    $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850 
Heated steering wheel    $100
Universal garage door opener    $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist    $25
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial    $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear    $100
Following distance indicator    $25
G-vectoring control    $100
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200$200$200 
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150$150 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0 
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25$25 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder    $25
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0$0 
Rear spoiler   $200 
Sunroof    $900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100$1100$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0$0 
App support    $0
Aux input    $50
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0 
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150 
iPod integration$100$100$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50$50 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader    $25
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25 
Traffic information    $25
USB port    $25
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights    $200
Boost gauge   $75 
Compass$0$0$0$0 
Cornering lights$50$50$50$50 
Digital instruments    $0
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights    $125
Head-up display (HUD)    $350
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only    $750
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50 
Road sign information    $75
Steering-linked headlights    $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100$100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat   $50 
Metal pedals   $75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$6,765$6,765$8,465$9,815$4,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,515$2,515$4,215$5,565$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,343-2,343-3,926-5,1830

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20152018
ModelA3 / S3Mazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.8 in106.3 in
Length175.4 in180.3 in
Width70.7 in70.7 in
Height55.7 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,176 lb.2,900 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.5 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in54.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft312.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested57537%
Total Not Requested96563%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested202570%
Total Not Requested85030%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested57537%
Total Not Requested96563%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested202570%
Total Not Requested85030%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested57537%
Total Not Requested96563%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested202570%
Total Not Requested85030%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested190054%
Total Not Requested160046%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring

Premium Equipment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Road sign information75No
Navigation system600Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Following distance indicator25No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested180068%
Total Not Requested85032%

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