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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,165

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $450

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,072

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $95

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122006
ModelMazda3Malibu
Trims Grand TouringSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,900 $22,865
Base Invoice $21,901 $21,608
Cargo net 40  
Satellite radio 430 325
Sunroof   800
Cargo net 32  
Satellite radio 344 270
Sunroof   664
Options (change) 470 1,125
Options (change) 376 934
Destination 795 625
Total Price $24,165 $24,615
Total Invoice $23,072 $23,167

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,240
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,804
Model Year20122006
ModelMazda3Malibu
Trims Grand TouringSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4240hp V6
TransmissionM6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/50-18
Total Price$24,165$24,615
Adjustments for Features-1,7900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,375$24,615
Total Invoice$23,072$23,167
Adjustments for Features-1,7090
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,363$23,167

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122006
ModelMazda3Malibu
Trims Grand TouringSS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key$250 
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system$600 
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,025$2,235
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,790$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,7090

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122006
ModelMazda3Malibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in106.3 in
Length180.9 in188.3 in
Width69.1 in69.9 in
Height57.9 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,257 lb.3,315 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft315.4 ft3

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