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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,375

Kia Spectra EX   
Difference: $2,320

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,125

Kia Spectra EX   
Difference: $2,112

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201020092009
ModelMazda3Mazda3SpectraSpectra
TrimisEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,295 $19,040 $15,550 $16,450
Base Invoice $14,341 $17,838 $14,540 $15,380
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395 1,395    
Touring Package 2,580      
Fog lights 325      
Remote start 350 350 250 250
Rear spoiler     375  
Antilock brakes (ABS)     400 400
Alloy wheels     400  
Sunroof     750 750
CD changer, in-dash       300
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200 1,200    
Touring Package 2,406      
Fog lights 260      
Remote start 280 280 215 215
Rear spoiler     325  
Antilock brakes (ABS)     360 360
Alloy wheels     360  
Sunroof     675 675
CD changer, in-dash       270
Options (change) 4,650 1,745 2,175 1,700
Options (change) 4,146 1,480 1,935 1,520
Destination 750 750 650 650
Total Price $20,695 $21,535 $18,375 $18,800
Total Invoice $19,237 $20,068 $17,125 $17,550

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Spectra EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,180
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,089
Model Year2010201020092009
ModelMazda3Mazda3SpectraSpectra
TrimisEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4167hp I4138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6242, 10?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17195/60-15205/50-16
Total Price$20,695$21,535$18,375$18,800
Adjustments for Features-1,100-1,9800-425
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,595$19,555$18,375$18,375
Cost Above Minimum$40$0$0$0
Total Invoice$19,237$20,068$17,125$17,550
Adjustments for Features-1,023-1,8450-397
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,214$18,223$17,125$17,153
Cost Above Minimum$0$9$0$28

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra

Model Year2010201020092009
ModelMazda3Mazda3SpectraSpectra
TrimisEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0$0
6-speed manual $150  
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50  
Stability control$400$400  
Traction control$100$100  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Exterior 
Body kit   $0
Bodyside moldings  $75$75
Rear spoiler $200$200$200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100  
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 $325
CD player  $125 
Surround sound$250$250  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
Heated mirrors  $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50  
Interior ambient lighting $150  
Outside temperature display$50$50  
Trip computer $150  
Visor mirror, driver$10 $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger$10 $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 $150
Metal pedals   $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Total Value of Features$1,745$2,625$645$1,070
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,100$1,980$0$425
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,023-1,8450-397

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra

Model Year20102009
ModelMazda3Spectra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in102.8 in
Length180.7 in177.2 in
Width69.1 in68.3 in
Height57.9 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,964 lb.2,702 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft312.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 i

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100No
Stability control400No
Air conditioning900Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Outside temperature display50No
Interior air filter0Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested190065%
Total Not Requested102535%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

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