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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,975

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $7,605

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,080

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,850

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelMazda3Taurus
TrimsLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,880 $27,620
Base Invoice $15,805 $25,388
Grand Touring Package 2,285  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
CD changer, in-dash 500  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175  
Navigation system 1,750 1,995
Satellite radio 430 195
All-weather floor mats 60 75
Sunroof   895
Grand Touring Package 2,130  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
CD changer, in-dash 400  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140  
Navigation system 1,505 1,736
Satellite radio 344 170
All-weather floor mats 48 57
Sunroof   779
Options (change) 6,535 3,160
Options (change) 5,715 2,742
Destination 560 800
Total Price $23,975 $31,580
Total Invoice $22,080 $28,930

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,600
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,013
Model Year20062008
ModelMazda3Taurus
TrimsLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine160hp I4263hp V6
TransmissionM5A6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/32 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/55-18
Total Price$23,975$31,580
Adjustments for Features0-2,005
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,975$29,575
Total Invoice$22,080$28,930
Adjustments for Features0-1,837
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,080$27,093

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20062008
ModelMazda3Taurus
TrimsLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Rollover sensor $50
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$1,495$3,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,005
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,837

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20062008
ModelMazda3Taurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in112.9 in
Length178.3 in200.4 in
Width69.1 in74.5 in
Height57.7 in61.5 in
Curb Weight2,758 lb.3,643 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in41.3 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft321.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tire-pressure monitor75Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Body kit0No
205/50VR17 tires400No
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Total Requested235067%
Total Not Requested117533%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%

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