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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,593 Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| Difference: $12,727 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,652 Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| Difference: $11,791 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | s | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $18,625 | $32,095 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $17,446 | $30,027 | $35,268 |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,270 | ||
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,335 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 78 | 75 | 75 |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 795 | 795 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 200 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 75 | ||
| Cargo net | 40 | ||
| Remote start | 350 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,117 | ||
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,148 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 62 | 64 | 64 |
| Navigation system | 1,677 | 676 | 676 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 160 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 60 | ||
| Cargo net | 32 | ||
| Remote start | 280 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 6,298 | 5,400 | 2,600 |
| Options (change) | 5,536 | 4,591 | 2,211 |
| Destination | 670 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $25,593 | $38,320 | $41,280 |
| Total Invoice | $23,652 | $35,443 | $38,304 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,287 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,684 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | s | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 156hp I4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 222, 7 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $25,593 | $38,320 | $41,280 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,440 | -6,005 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,593 | $33,880 | $35,275 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,395 |
| Total Invoice | $23,652 | $35,443 | $38,304 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,107 | -5,572 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,652 | $31,336 | $32,732 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,396 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | s | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,665 | $7,105 | $8,670 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,440 | $6,005 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,107 | -5,572 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,809 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.1 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.1 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 43.8 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2325 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 32% |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
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