Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche Chevrolet Avalanche 2006

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Avalanche Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Avalanche Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,505

Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring   
Difference: $16,375

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,291

Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring   
Difference: $12,653

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012200620062006
ModelMazda3Mazda3AvalancheAvalancheAvalanche
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringLTZ66Z71
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT4dr SUT4dr SUT
Base Price $22,550 $22,900 $37,255 $34,400 $38,445
Base Invoice $21,568 $21,901 $32,786 $30,417 $33,856
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 200      
Cargo mat 50 50      
Fog lights 325        
Universal garage door opener 75 75      
Satellite radio 430 430      
All-weather floor mats 80 80      
Sun and Sound Package     320 615 615
Front side airbags     350 350 350
Navigation system     2,145 2,145 2,145
Front bucket seats       1,575 1,575
Full-function front bucket seats       920 920
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 160      
Cargo mat 40 40      
Fog lights 260        
Universal garage door opener 60 60      
Satellite radio 344 344      
All-weather floor mats 64 64      
Sun and Sound Package     266 510 510
Front side airbags     291 291 291
Navigation system     1,780 1,780 1,780
Front bucket seats       1,307 1,307
Full-function front bucket seats       764 764
Options (change) 1,160 835 2,815 5,605 5,605
Options (change) 928 668 2,337 4,652 4,652
Destination 795 795 875 875 875
Total Price $24,505 $24,530 $40,945 $40,880 $44,925
Total Invoice $23,291 $23,364 $35,998 $35,944 $39,383

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mazda Mazda3 dealer quotes or Chevrolet Avalanche dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Avalanche

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,735
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,343
Model Year20122012200620062006
ModelMazda3Mazda3AvalancheAvalancheAvalanche
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringLTZ66Z71
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT4dr SUT4dr SUT
Engine155hp I4167hp I4295hp V8295hp V8295hp V8
TransmissionT6M6A4A4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDRWD4WD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10265, 10200, 7200, 7200, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17265/70-16265/70-17265/70-17
Total Price$24,505$24,530$40,945$40,880$44,925
Adjustments for Features-1500-2,665-2,790-5,315
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,355$24,530$38,280$38,090$39,610
Cost Above Minimum$0$175$190$0$1,520
Total Invoice$23,291$23,364$35,998$35,944$39,383
Adjustments for Features-1430-2,343-2,453-4,659
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,148$23,364$33,655$33,491$34,724
Cost Above Minimum$0$216$164$0$1,233

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Avalanche

Model Year20122012200620062006
ModelMazda3Mazda3AvalancheAvalancheAvalanche
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringLTZ66Z71
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT4dr SUT4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100    
6-speed manual $150   
4-speed automatic  $800$800$800
FWD$0$0   
RWD  $0$0 
4WD w/low range    $2200
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125$125$125
Proximity key $250   
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0   
Brake assist$50$50   
Side curtain airbags$350$350   
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch  $250$250$250
Console with shifter$150$150   
Console without shifter  $150$150$150
Midgate  $400$400$400
Rigid bed cover  $700$700$700
Storage compartment(s) in bed  $100$100$100
Trailering equipment (7 wire)  $150$150$150
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125$125
Interior air filter$0$0   
Rear air vents  $100$100$100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300$300
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25   
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275$275
Rear spoiler $200   
Removable rear window  $100$100$100
Skid plates    $150
Tow hook(s), front  $40$40$40
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50   
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25   
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100   
MP3-compatible player$50$50   
Rear seat audio controls  $25$25$25
Surround sound$250$250   
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75 $75
Automatic headlights  $125$125$125
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25 $25
Power-folding mirrors  $50 $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25 $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
All-weather floor mats$75$75 $75$75
Floor mats$75$75$75  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires    $0
Off-road suspension (upgrade)    $0
Touring suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Total Value of Features$2,550$2,400$5,065$5,190$7,715
Value of Feature Adjustments$150$0$2,665$2,790$5,315
Value of Feature Adjustments-1430-2,343-2,453-4,659

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Avalanche

Model Year20122006
ModelMazda3Avalanche
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Wheelbase103.9 in130.0 in
Length180.9 in221.6 in
Width69.1 in79.8 in
Height57.9 in73.6 in
Curb Weight2,873 lb.5,414 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.31.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in65.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in61.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in65.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in62.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.9 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft30.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Avalanche LT

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bose, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Avalanche Z66

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bose, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140072%
Total Not Requested55028%
Front bucket seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Front buckets50Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Console without shifter150Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Rear air vents100No
Bose, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20023%
Total Not Requested67577%
Full-function front bucket seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested140060%
Total Not Requested92540%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Avalanche Z71

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bose, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140072%
Total Not Requested55028%
Front bucket seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Front buckets50Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Console without shifter150Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Rear air vents100No
Bose, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20023%
Total Not Requested67577%
Full-function front bucket seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested140060%
Total Not Requested92540%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.