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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,845

Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring   
Difference: $8,540

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,679

Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring   
Difference: $7,240

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082017
ModelExplorer Sport TracMazda3
TrimLimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,490 $23,145
Base Invoice $25,606 $22,144
Adrenaline Package 2,995  
Electronics Package 545  
Floor mats 65  
All-weather floor mats 75 100
Remote start 385 550
Satellite radio 195  
Sunroof 850  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   175
Adrenaline Package 2,756  
Electronics Package 463  
Floor mats 47  
All-weather floor mats 47 80
Remote start 326 440
Satellite radio 166  
Sunroof 723  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   140
Options (change) 5,110 825
Options (change) 4,528 660
Destination 785 875
Total Price $33,385 $24,845
Total Invoice $30,919 $23,679

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,365
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,078
Model Year20082017
ModelExplorer Sport TracMazda3
TrimLimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Engine210hp V6184hp I4
TransmissionA5M6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/65-18215/45-18
Total Price$33,385$24,845
Adjustments for Features-1750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,210$24,845
Total Invoice$30,919$23,679
Adjustments for Features-1620
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,757$23,679

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082017
ModelExplorer Sport TracMazda3
TrimLimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power sliding rear window$250 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Full-size spare tire$225 
G-vectoring control $100
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch$200 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment(s) in bed$100 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear defrost $200
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional) $0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Rear spoiler $200
Running boards$350 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Surround sound $250
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Digital instruments $0
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$3,625$3,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$175$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1620

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082017
ModelExplorer Sport TracMazda3
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Wheelbase130.5 in106.3 in
Length210.2 in180.3 in
Width73.7 in70.7 in
Height72.5 in57.3 in
Curb Weight4,517 lb.2,900 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in54.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume0.012.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested122573%
Total Not Requested45027%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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