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Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,625

Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring   
Difference: $210

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,030

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $394

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920132013
ModelOptimaMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXi Grand Tourings Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,690 $22,800 $24,350
Base Invoice $19,255 $21,805 $23,287
Premium Package 1,300    
Convenience Package 970    
Navigation system 1,200    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   200 200
Universal garage door opener   75 75
Fog lights   325  
Satellite radio   430  
Premium Package 1,160    
Convenience Package 865    
Navigation system 1,075    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   160 160
Universal garage door opener   60 60
Fog lights   260  
Satellite radio   344  
Options (change) 3,470 1,030 275
Options (change) 3,100 824 220
Destination 675 795 795
Total Price $24,835 $24,625 $25,420
Total Invoice $23,030 $23,424 $24,302

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $215
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $493
Model Year200920132013
ModelOptimaMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXi Grand Tourings Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp I4155hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionT5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7265, 10265, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17205/55-16205/50-17
Total Price$24,835$24,625$25,420
Adjustments for Features-5000-1,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,335$24,625$24,120
Cost Above Minimum$0$505$0
Total Invoice$23,030$23,424$24,302
Adjustments for Features-4640-1,243
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,566$23,424$23,059
Cost Above Minimum$0$365$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year200920132013
ModelOptimaMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXi Grand Tourings Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250$250
Sunshade, rear$125  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
HD radio $50$50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Surround sound $250$250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 $125
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Steering-linked headlights  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 $25
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Total Value of Features$1,925$1,425$2,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$500$0$1,300
Value of Feature Adjustments-4640-1,243

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20092013
ModelOptimaMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in103.9 in
Length189.0 in180.9 in
Width71.1 in69.1 in
Height58.3 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.2,873 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft311.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20019%
Total Not Requested85081%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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