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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,645

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $900

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,977

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $923

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Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,515 $18,625
Base Invoice $21,899 $17,446
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.   1,335
Grand Touring Package   2,270
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   200
Cargo net   40
Universal garage door opener   75
Satellite radio   430
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.   1,148
Grand Touring Package   2,117
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   160
Cargo net   32
Universal garage door opener   60
Satellite radio   344
Options (change) 360 4,350
Options (change) 331 3,861
Destination 670 670
Total Price $24,545 $23,645
Total Invoice $22,900 $21,977

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,504
Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Engine180hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionA4M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6222, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/50-17
Total Price$24,545$23,645
Adjustments for Features0-625
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,545$23,020
Total Invoice$22,900$21,977
Adjustments for Features0-581
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,900$21,396

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,625$3,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$625
Value of Feature Adjustments0-581

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082009
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.0 in103.9 in
Length168.9 in176.6 in
Width67.1 in69.1 in
Height65.2 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.2,809 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft317.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft343.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400No
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested160046%
Total Not Requested190054%

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