Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2011 Ford Mustang Ford Mustang 2012

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

Join Us

Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Mustang 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. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,195

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $7,610

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,376

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,908

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120122012
ModelMazda3MustangMustang
TrimsV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $19,545 $26,310 $33,710
Base Invoice $18,303 $24,399 $31,059
Tech Package 1,835    
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200    
Universal garage door opener 75    
Remote start 350 345 345
Electronics Package   2,340 2,340
Temporary spare tire   100  
Xenon HID headlights   920 920
Pony Package   995  
Rear spoiler     0
Tech Package 1,578    
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160    
Universal garage door opener 60    
Remote start 280 300 300
Electronics Package   2,036 2,036
Temporary spare tire   87  
Xenon HID headlights   801 801
Pony Package   866  
Rear spoiler     0
Options (change) 3,855 4,700 3,605
Options (change) 3,278 4,090 3,137
Destination 795 795 795
Total Price $24,195 $31,805 $38,110
Total Invoice $22,376 $29,284 $34,991

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 Ford Mustang 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. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,865
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,144
Model Year201120122012
ModelMazda3MustangMustang
TrimsV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine167hp I4305hp V6412hp V8
TransmissionM6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10500, 8500, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/50-18235/50-18
Total Price$24,195$31,805$38,110
Adjustments for Features-25500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,940$31,805$38,110
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,305
Total Invoice$22,376$29,284$34,991
Adjustments for Features-23600
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,140$29,284$34,991
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$5,707

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year201120122012
ModelMazda3MustangMustang
TrimsV6 PremiumGT Premium
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200  
Proximity key$250  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist$50  
Safety key $5$5
Side curtain airbags$350  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter$0  
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
Media drive $15$15
Navigation, turn-by-turn $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
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0  
Outside temperature display$50  
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50
Steering-linked headlights$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Leather seating surfaces $900$900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals $75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Polished alloy wheels $350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$3,550$3,295$3,295
Value of Feature Adjustments$255$0$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-23600

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20112012
ModelMazda3Mustang
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase103.9 in107.1 in
Length180.7 in188.1 in
Width69.1 in73.9 in
Height57.9 in55.6 in
Curb Weight2,964 lb.3,448 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in34.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in46.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in29.8 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft313.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested142570%
Total Not Requested60030%
Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang V6 Premium

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested50080%
Total Not Requested12520%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60056%
Total Not Requested46544%
Pony Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic headlights125Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome grille (optional)0No
235/50WR18 tires400No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested47554%
Total Not Requested40046%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Total Requested50080%
Total Not Requested12520%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60056%
Total Not Requested46544%

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.