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Honda Element vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Element vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,605

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $1,900

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,334

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $1,608

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2007200720082008
ModelElementElementMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXSCsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,910 $22,695 $18,025 $22,440
Base Invoice $19,347 $20,994 $16,873 $20,991
Touring Package     500  
Satellite radio     430 430
Touring Package     467  
Satellite radio     344 344
Options (change) 0 0 930 430
Options (change) 0 0 811 344
Destination 595 595 650 650
Total Price $21,505 $23,290 $19,605 $23,520
Total Invoice $19,942 $21,589 $18,334 $21,985

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,700
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,356
Model Year2007200720082008
ModelElementElementMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXSCsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine166hp I4166hp I4156hp I4263hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 7270, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/70-16225/55-18205/50-17215/45-18
Total Price$21,505$23,290$19,605$23,520
Adjustments for Features0-225-800-1,850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,505$23,065$18,805$21,670
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,560$0$2,865
Total Invoice$19,942$21,589$18,334$21,985
Adjustments for Features0-209-748-1,729
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,942$21,380$17,586$20,256
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,438$0$2,670

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Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year2007200720082008
ModelElementElementMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXSCsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200$200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0
Rollover sensor$50$50  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75
Console with shifter  $150$150
Console without shifter $150  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential   $500
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0
Bodyside moldings  $75$75
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275  
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Skid plate (one)$50$50  
Infotainment 
MP3-compatible player$50$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights  $125$125
Outside temperature display  $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Floor mats $75$75$75
Heated front seats   $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75  
Removable second row seats$0$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0
Total Value of Features$675$900$1,475$2,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$225$800$1,850
Value of Feature Adjustments0-209-748-1,729

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20072008
ModelElementMazda3
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.4 in103.9 in
Length169.3 in176.6 in
Width71.5 in69.1 in
Height70.4 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,434 lb.2,809 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom43.3 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.6 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
26.0 ft317.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
77.1 ft343.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%

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