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Ford Taurus 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 Taurus vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,190 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: $13,100 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,651 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: $11,194 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,155 | $38,155 | $23,145 |
| Base Invoice | $29,635 | $35,025 | $22,144 |
| Navigation system | 1,850 | 1,550 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,195 | 1,195 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 100 |
| Remote start | 425 | 425 | 550 |
| Sunroof | 995 | ||
| Package 303A | 2,800 | ||
| Package 402A | 3,100 | ||
| Premium Equipment Package | 1,600 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | 125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | 250 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 495 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,610 | 1,349 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,040 | 1,040 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 65 | 80 |
| Remote start | 398 | 398 | 440 |
| Sunroof | 866 | ||
| Package 303A | 2,436 | ||
| Package 402A | 2,697 | ||
| Premium Equipment Package | 1,376 | ||
| Cargo net | 40 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | 200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 396 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,340 | 6,345 | 3,170 |
| Options (change) | 6,415 | 5,549 | 2,632 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 875 |
| Total Price | $40,290 | $45,295 | $27,190 |
| Total Invoice | $36,845 | $41,369 | $25,651 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,305 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,467 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 184hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 | 215/45-18 |
| Total Price | $40,290 | $45,295 | $27,190 |
| Adjustments for Features | -795 | -3,020 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,495 | $42,275 | $27,190 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,780 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $36,845 | $41,369 | $25,651 |
| Adjustments for Features | -727 | -2,758 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,118 | $38,611 | $25,651 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,493 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Following distance indicator | $25 | ||
| G-vectoring control | $100 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||
| Road sign information | $75 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,820 | $6,045 | $3,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $795 | $3,020 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -727 | -2,758 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Taurus | Mazda3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 180.3 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 2,900 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 35.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Package 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1950 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring
| Premium Equipment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Road sign information | 75 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 28% |
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