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Ford Mustang vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Mustang vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,925

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $9,300

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,160

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $9,299

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162011
ModelMustangMustangMustangMazda3
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350s
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,645 $36,395 $47,795 $19,545
Base Invoice $28,014 $34,393 $45,166 $18,303
Temporary spare tire 195 195    
All-weather floor mats 95 95 95 80
Rear spoiler 0 0    
Front sport buckets 1,595 1,595    
Navigation system 795 795    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       200
Tech Package       1,835
Moonroof and Bose Package       1,395
Universal garage door opener       75
Temporary spare tire 185 185    
All-weather floor mats 90 90 90 64
Rear spoiler 0 0    
Front sport buckets 1,515 1,515    
Navigation system 755 755    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       160
Tech Package       1,578
Moonroof and Bose Package       1,200
Universal garage door opener       60
Options (change) 2,680 2,680 95 3,585
Options (change) 2,545 2,545 90 3,062
Destination 900 900 900 795
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $33,225 $39,975 $50,090 $23,925
Total Invoice $31,459 $37,838 $47,456 $22,160

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,420
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,457
Model Year2016201620162011
ModelMustangMustangMustangMazda3
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350s
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine310hp I4435hp V8526hp V8167hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9160, 6242, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19205/50-17
Total Price$33,225$39,975$50,090$23,925
Adjustments for Features-1,300-1,4500-420
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,925$38,525$50,090$23,505
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,600$18,165$0
Total Invoice$31,459$37,838$47,456$22,160
Adjustments for Features-1,231-1,3720-389
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,228$36,466$47,456$21,771
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,238$17,228$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year2016201620162011
ModelMustangMustangMustangMazda3
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350s
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0$0 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0   
Power rear side windows   $200
Universal garage door opener$100$100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25 
Active glove box$100$100$100 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0
High performance brake pads (optional)  $0 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Line lock $50$50 
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Safety key$5$5$5 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 $150
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200  
Dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Rain-sensing wipers   $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300  
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential  $300 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0   
Body kit (gray/black)$0$0$0 
Sunroof   $900
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0 
Aux input   $50
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
Navigation system$600$600 $600
Satellite radio$200$200 $200
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Surround sound   $250
Traffic + travel information$25$25  
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for audio system  $25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors$25$25  
Interior ambient lighting   $150
Performance meter$150$150$150 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights   $150
Turn signal repeaters in hood $0  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50
Door sill trim plates  $100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200  
Leather seating surfaces$900$900  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150
Metal pedals$75$75$75 
Synthetic suede door panel trim  $250 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450 
Synthetic suede steering wheel  $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options$0$0  
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Wheels, dark finish  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100$100 
Total Value of Features$4,605$4,755$3,305$3,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,300$1,450$0$420
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,231-1,3720-389

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20162011
ModelMustangMazda3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in103.9 in
Length188.3 in180.7 in
Width75.4 in69.1 in
Height54.4 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,527 lb.2,964 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom34.8 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom30.6 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft311.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested167583%
Total Not Requested35017%
Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

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