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Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,615 Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| Difference: $10,765 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,797 Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| Difference: $9,072 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | s |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $19,540 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $18,305 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Cargo cover | 80 | 80 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Package | 1,395 | ||
| Tech Package | 1,195 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 2,460 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 200 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 75 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Cargo cover | 68 | 68 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Package | 1,200 | ||
| Tech Package | 1,028 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 2,294 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 160 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 60 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,535 | 3,835 | 5,325 |
| Options (change) | 4,706 | 3,261 | 4,742 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 750 |
| Total Price | $36,380 | $36,995 | $25,615 |
| Total Invoice | $32,869 | $33,484 | $23,797 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,915 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,304 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | s |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 167hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 242, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 205/50-17 |
| Total Price | $36,380 | $36,995 | $25,615 |
| Adjustments for Features | -850 | -850 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,530 | $36,145 | $25,615 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,869 | $33,484 | $23,797 |
| Adjustments for Features | -768 | -769 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,101 | $32,715 | $23,797 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $614 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | s |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,625 | $3,625 | $2,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $850 | $850 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -768 | -769 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Mazda3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 177.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.1 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,006 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.2 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 39% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Moonroof and Bose Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 35% |
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 48% |
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 26% |
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