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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: $19,790

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $2,915

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,244

Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic   
Difference: $1,898

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020112011
ModelPT CruiserMazda3Mazda3
TrimClassicsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $18,275 $20,045 $23,700
Base Invoice $17,801 $18,771 $22,191
Sunroof 795    
Moonroof and Bose Package   1,395 1,395
Satellite radio   430 430
Cargo net   40 40
Sunroof 723    
Moonroof and Bose Package   1,200 1,200
Satellite radio   344 344
Cargo net   32 32
Options (change) 795 1,865 1,865
Options (change) 723 1,576 1,576
Destination 720 795 795
Total Price $19,790 $22,705 $26,360
Total Invoice $19,244 $21,142 $24,562

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Classic
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,415
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $501
Model Year201020112011
ModelPT CruiserMazda3Mazda3
TrimClassicsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine150hp I4167hp I4263hp I4
TransmissionA4M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6242, 10242, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17225/40-18
Total Price$19,790$22,705$26,360
Adjustments for Features0-1,500-3,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,790$21,205$23,210
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,005
Total Invoice$19,244$21,142$24,562
Adjustments for Features0-1,397-2,935
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,244$19,745$21,627
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,882

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year201020112011
ModelPT CruiserMazda3Mazda3
TrimClassicsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400
Brake assist $50$50
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100  
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Hood scoop  $100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
Surround sound $250$250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Boost gauge  $75
Compass$0  
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Metal pedals  $75
Partial leather seating sufaces  $450
Removable second row seats$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$1,925$3,425$5,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,500$3,150
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,397-2,935

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20102011
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.0 in103.9 in
Length168.9 in177.4 in
Width67.1 in69.1 in
Height65.2 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,166 lb.3,006 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft317.0 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

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90053%
Total Not Requested80047%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90053%
Total Not Requested80047%

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