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Mazda CX-3 vs. Audi A3 / S3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda CX-3 vs. Audi A3 / S3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,610

Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring   
Difference: $12,915

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,520

Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring   
Difference: $11,162

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182015201520152015
ModelCX-3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimGrand TouringA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,165 $29,900 $32,600 $33,200 $41,100
Base Invoice $24,454 $27,808 $30,318 $30,876 $38,224
Premium Package 1,435        
Cargo net 50 150 150 150 150
All-weather floor mats 100 180 180 180 180
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 325        
Obstacle detection, rear 495        
Door sill trim plates 100        
Prestige Package   5,900 5,900 5,900 5,900
Premium Plus Package   2,550 2,550 2,550  
Advanced Technology Package   1,400 1,400 1,400 1,400
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550 550 550 550
Premium Package 1,270        
Cargo net 40 139 139 139 139
All-weather floor mats 80 168 168 168 168
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 260        
Obstacle detection, rear 396        
Door sill trim plates 80        
Prestige Package   5,488 5,488 5,488 5,488
Premium Plus Package   2,371 2,371 2,371  
Advanced Technology Package   1,302 1,302 1,302 1,302
Metallic paint (extra cost)   511 511 511 511
Options (change) 2,505 10,730 10,730 10,730 8,180
Options (change) 2,126 9,979 9,979 9,979 7,608
Destination 940 895 895 895 895
Total Price $28,610 $41,525 $44,225 $44,825 $50,175
Total Invoice $27,520 $38,682 $41,192 $41,750 $46,727

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda CX-3 vs. Audi A3 / S3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,025
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,333
Model Year20182015201520152015
ModelCX-3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimGrand TouringA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine146hp I4170hp I4150hp I4 D220hp I4292hp I4
TransmissionT6S6S6S6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7705, 14705, 14705, 14705, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-18225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$28,610$41,525$44,225$44,825$50,175
Adjustments for Features0-890-890-2,590-3,940
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,610$40,635$43,335$42,235$46,235
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,700$1,600$5,600
Total Invoice$27,520$38,682$41,192$41,750$46,727
Adjustments for Features0-829-829-2,412-3,669
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,520$37,853$40,363$39,338$43,058
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,510$1,485$5,205

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Features Comparison: Mazda CX-3 vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20182015201520152015
ModelCX-3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3A3 / S3
TrimGrand TouringA3 1.8 TFSIA3 2.0 TDIA3 2.0 TFSIS3
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100    
6-speed automated manual $1100$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0  
AWD   $1700$1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600    
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850$850$850
Heated steering wheel$100    
Universal garage door opener$100    
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25    
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200    
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100    
Following distance indicator$25    
G-vectoring control$100    
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200$200$200$200
Obstacle detection, front $150$150$150$150
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0$0$0$0
Rollover sensor$50    
Secondary collision brake assist $25$25$25$25
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75    
Overhead sunglass holder$25    
Rear seat pass-through $100$100$100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15
Rear air vents $100$100$100$100
Rear wiper$175    
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable    $500
Exterior 
Black grille (optional) $0$0$0$0
Body kit $0$0$0$0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250    
Rear spoiler$200   $200
Sunroof$900    
Sunroof, large $1100$1100$1100$1100
Wheel-lip moldings$75    
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0$0$0
App support$0    
Aux input$50    
CD player$125    
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition $200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150
iPod integration $100$100$100$100
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25    
Surround sound $250$250$250$250
Traffic + travel information $25$25$25$25
Traffic information$25    
USB port$25    
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75$75
Auto-dimming headlights$200    
Boost gauge    $75
Compass $0$0$0$0
Cornering lights $50$50$50$50
Fog light, rear $100$100$100$100
Fog lights$125    
Head-up display (HUD)$350    
Interior ambient lighting $150$150$150$150
LED headlights $1000$1000$1000$1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750    
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50$50
Road sign information$75    
Steering-linked headlights$150    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100$100$100
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat    $50
Memory system, driver seat$200    
Metal pedals    $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150$150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100    
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector    $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100   $100
Total Value of Features$6,400$7,290$7,290$8,990$10,340
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$890$890$2,590$3,940
Value of Feature Adjustments0-829-829-2,412-3,669

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda CX-3 vs. Audi A3 / S3

Model Year20182015
ModelCX-3A3 / S3
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in103.8 in
Length168.3 in175.4 in
Width69.6 in70.7 in
Height60.7 in55.7 in
Curb Weight2,810 lb.3,176 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in36.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room50.4 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.4 ft312.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
44.5 ft312.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Heated steering wheel100No
Road sign information75No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Following distance indicator25No
Total Requested120060%
Total Not Requested80040%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250No
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested162557%
Total Not Requested125043%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested57537%
Total Not Requested96563%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TDI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250No
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested162557%
Total Not Requested125043%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested57537%
Total Not Requested96563%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250No
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights-250No
Black grille (optional)0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested162557%
Total Not Requested125043%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
225/40HR18 tires400No
Additional chrome trim0No
Aluminum trim100No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested57537%
Total Not Requested96563%
Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3

Advanced Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Total Requested60040%
Total Not Requested90060%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250No
Cornering lights50No
LED headlights500No
Black grille (optional)0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Total Requested150043%
Total Not Requested200057%

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