Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2008 Kia Cadenza Kia Cadenza 2016

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

Join Us

Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Cadenza 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. Kia Cadenza Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,540

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $12,430

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,662

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $12,032

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820162016
ModelMazda3CadenzaCadenza
TrimsPremiumLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,535 $35,990 $44,090
Base Invoice $16,416 $33,739 $40,805
Grand Touring Package 2,460    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175    
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335    
Cargo mat 40    
Satellite radio 430    
Universal garage door opener 75    
Navigation system 1,750    
Cargo net 40 50 50
Cargo tray 50 80 80
Grand Touring Package 2,295    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140    
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148    
Cargo mat 32    
Satellite radio 344    
Universal garage door opener 60    
Navigation system 1,505    
Cargo net 32 40 40
Cargo tray 40 65 65
Options (change) 6,355 130 130
Options (change) 5,596 105 105
Destination 650 850 850
Total Price $24,540 $36,970 $45,070
Total Invoice $22,662 $34,694 $41,760

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 Kia Cadenza 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. Kia Cadenza

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,700
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,593
Model Year200820162016
ModelMazda3CadenzaCadenza
TrimsPremiumLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine156hp I4293hp V6293hp V6
TransmissionM5T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG19/28 MPG19/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7550, 12550, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17245/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$24,540$36,970$45,070
Adjustments for Features0-4,730-9,295
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,540$32,240$35,775
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,535
Total Invoice$22,662$34,694$41,760
Adjustments for Features0-4,439-8,612
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,662$30,255$33,148
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,893

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year200820162016
ModelMazda3CadenzaCadenza
TrimsPremiumLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed  $850
Cruise control$150$150 
Heated steering wheel  $100
Proximity key $250$250
Sunshade, rear, power  $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Around view cameras  $500
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Lane departure warning  $200
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rearview camera $200 
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Rear air vents $100$100
Water-repellent front-door glass  $15
Wiper de-icer  $25
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bodyside moldings$75  
Panoramic sunroof $1200$1200
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
HD radio $50$50
MP3-compatible player $50$50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Surround sound $250$250
Traffic 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 
Analog clock $25$25
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Power-folding mirrors $50$50
Steering-linked headlights  $150
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Xenon HID headlights$500 $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Folding second row seats$300  
Heated second row seats  $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200
Leather seating surfaces $900$900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Synthetic suede headliner  $650
Upholstered instrument cluster hood $50$50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Chrome-plated alloy wheels  $850
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$2,970$7,700$12,265
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,730$9,295
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,439-8,612

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year20082016
ModelMazda3Cadenza
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in112.0 in
Length178.3 in195.5 in
Width69.1 in72.8 in
Height57.7 in58.1 in
Curb Weight2,991 lb.3,668 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft315.9 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Body kit0No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested177578%
Total Not Requested50022%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

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.