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Kia Spectra vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Spectra vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,375

Kia Spectra EX   
Difference: $2,790

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,125

Kia Spectra EX   
Difference: $2,542

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009200920112011
ModelSpectraSpectraMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXSXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,550 $16,450 $15,800 $19,545
Base Invoice $14,540 $15,380 $14,801 $18,303
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400 400    
Remote start 250 250 350 350
Sunroof 750 750    
Alloy wheels 400      
Rear spoiler 375      
CD changer, in-dash   300    
Moonroof and Bose Package     1,395 1,395
Touring Package     2,500  
Fog lights     325  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 360 360    
Remote start 215 215 280 280
Sunroof 675 675    
Alloy wheels 360      
Rear spoiler 325      
CD changer, in-dash   270    
Moonroof and Bose Package     1,200 1,200
Touring Package     2,331  
Fog lights     260  
Options (change) 2,175 1,700 4,570 1,745
Options (change) 1,935 1,520 4,071 1,480
Destination 650 650 795 795
Total Price $18,375 $18,800 $21,165 $22,085
Total Invoice $17,125 $17,550 $19,667 $20,578

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Spectra EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,690
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,520
Model Year2009200920112011
ModelSpectraSpectraMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXSXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4138hp I4148hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6242, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/60-15205/50-16205/55-16205/50-17
Total Price$18,375$18,800$21,165$22,085
Adjustments for Features0-425-1,100-1,980
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,375$18,375$20,065$20,105
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$0$40
Total Invoice$17,125$17,550$19,667$20,578
Adjustments for Features0-397-1,022-1,845
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,125$17,153$18,645$18,733
Cost Above Minimum$0$28$0$88

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Features Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year2009200920112011
ModelSpectraSpectraMazda3Mazda3
TrimEXSXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50$50
Stability control  $400$400
Traction control  $100$100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Exterior 
Body kit $0  
Bodyside moldings$75$75  
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325$325
CD player$125   
Surround sound  $250$250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Heated mirrors$25$25  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver   $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger   $50
Interior ambient lighting   $150
Outside temperature display  $50$50
Trip computer   $150
Visor mirror, driver$10$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 $150
Metal pedals $75  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Total Value of Features$645$1,070$1,745$2,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$425$1,100$1,980
Value of Feature Adjustments0-397-1,022-1,845

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20092011
ModelSpectraMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.8 in103.9 in
Length177.2 in180.7 in
Width68.3 in69.1 in
Height57.9 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,702 lb.2,964 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume12.2 ft311.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 i

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100No
Stability control400No
Air conditioning900Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Outside temperature display50No
Interior air filter0Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested190065%
Total Not Requested102535%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

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