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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: $26,340 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: $6,365 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,993 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: $5,339 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $23,895 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $22,862 |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| Cargo cover | 90 | 90 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 55 | 100 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 495 | |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | 550 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 325 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 100 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| Cargo cover | 77 | 77 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 47 | 47 | 80 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | 396 | |
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | 440 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 260 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 80 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,675 | 1,090 | 1,570 |
| Options (change) | 2,274 | 926 | 1,256 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 875 |
| Total Price | $32,705 | $34,270 | $26,340 |
| Total Invoice | $30,332 | $31,889 | $24,993 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,990 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,991 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 184hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 215/45-18 |
| Total Price | $32,705 | $34,270 | $26,340 |
| Adjustments for Features | -375 | -825 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,330 | $33,445 | $26,340 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,115 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $30,332 | $31,889 | $24,993 |
| Adjustments for Features | -348 | -768 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,984 | $31,121 | $24,993 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,137 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Grand Touring |
| 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 | |||
| 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 | $225 | |
| G-vectoring control | $100 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| 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 | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||
| 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 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| 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, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,375 | $4,825 | $4,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $375 | $825 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -348 | -768 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Mazda3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 175.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 2,876 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.8 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 | 20.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 49% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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