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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Acura RDX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Acura RDX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,205

Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3   
Difference: $12,510

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,803

Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3   
Difference: $11,503

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122015
ModelMazda3RDX
TrimMazdaSpeed3Base
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $24,000 $35,095
Base Invoice $22,952 $32,962
Tech Package 2,135  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Universal garage door opener 75  
Technology Package   3,700
Tech Package 1,836  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Universal garage door opener 60  
Technology Package   3,424
Options (change) 2,410 3,700
Options (change) 2,056 3,424
Destination 795 920
Total Price $27,205 $39,715
Total Invoice $25,803 $37,306

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Acura RDX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,470
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,708
Model Year20122015
ModelMazda3RDX
TrimMazdaSpeed3Base
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine263hp I4273hp V6
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10410, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18235/60-18
Total Price$27,205$39,715
Adjustments for Features0-4,040
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,205$35,675
Total Invoice$25,803$37,306
Adjustments for Features0-3,795
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,803$33,511

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Acura RDX

Model Year20122015
ModelMazda3RDX
TrimMazdaSpeed3Base
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Power liftgate $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside cladding $350
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
App support $0
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
Media drive $15
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75 
Heated mirrors $25
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,950$5,990
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,040
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,795

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Acura RDX features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Acura RDX

Model Year20122015
ModelMazda3RDX
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.9 in105.7 in
Length177.4 in183.5 in
Width69.1 in73.7 in
Height57.9 in66.1 in
Curb Weight3,281 lb.3,717 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in58.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in57.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in53.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		17.0 ft326.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		42.8 ft361.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Acura RDX specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested167575%
Total Not Requested55025%

Option Package Details
Acura RDX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Power liftgate350No
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive15No
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested147559%
Total Not Requested104041%

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