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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus 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 Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,185 Mazda Mazda3 s | ||
| Difference: $18,115 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,178 Mazda Mazda3 s | ||
| Difference: $16,455 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Taurus |
| Trim | s | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $17,535 | $38,155 |
| Base Invoice | $16,416 | $35,025 |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,460 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 175 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,335 | |
| Rear spoiler | 325 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 75 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | |
| Satellite radio | 430 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 60 | 75 |
| Remote start | 350 | 425 |
| Navigation system | 1,750 | 1,850 |
| Package 401A | 2,000 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,295 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 140 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,148 | |
| Rear spoiler | 260 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 60 | |
| Cargo net | 32 | |
| Satellite radio | 344 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 48 | 65 |
| Remote start | 280 | 398 |
| Navigation system | 1,505 | 1,610 |
| Package 401A | 1,740 | |
| Options (change) | 7,000 | 4,350 |
| Options (change) | 6,112 | 3,813 |
| Destination | 650 | 795 |
| Total Price | $25,185 | $43,300 |
| Total Invoice | $23,178 | $39,633 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,465 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,368 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Taurus |
| Trim | s | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 156hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/26 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 222, 7 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $25,185 | $43,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,650 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,185 | $36,650 |
| Total Invoice | $23,178 | $39,633 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,087 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,178 | $33,546 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Taurus |
| Trim | s | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| 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 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $845 | $7,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,087 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,991 lb. | 4,415 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.4 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.4 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 26% |
| 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 Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 45% |
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