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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,675

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $3,175

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,480

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $2,982

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
ModelMazda3Cruze
Trims Grand TouringPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,900 $23,120
Base Invoice $21,901 $22,080
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Satellite radio 430  
Remote start 350  
RS Package   995
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package   1,995
Enhanced Convenience Package   865
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Satellite radio 344  
Remote start 280  
RS Package   905
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package   1,815
Enhanced Convenience Package   787
Options (change) 980 3,855
Options (change) 784 3,507
Destination 795 875
Total Price $24,675 $27,850
Total Invoice $23,480 $26,462

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $850
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $773
Model Year20122016
ModelMazda3Cruze
Trims Grand TouringPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4153hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/40-18
Total Price$24,675$27,850
Adjustments for Features0-2,325
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,675$25,525
Total Invoice$23,480$26,462
Adjustments for Features0-2,209
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,480$24,253

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20122016
ModelMazda3Cruze
Trims Grand TouringPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,275$3,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,325
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,209

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20122016
ModelMazda3Cruze
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in106.3 in
Length180.9 in183.7 in
Width69.1 in70.5 in
Height57.9 in57.4 in
Curb Weight2,873 lb.2,836 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Cruze specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Premier

RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Machined alloy wheels0No
225/40VR18 tires400No
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested32545%
Total Not Requested40055%
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Compass0Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested150078%
Total Not Requested42522%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested35048%
Total Not Requested37552%

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