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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: $17,925

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $3,240

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,760

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $2,907

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112006
ModelMazda3Mazda3Spectra
TrimisSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,800 $19,545 $15,995
Base Invoice $14,801 $18,303 $14,980
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395 1,395  
Touring Package 2,500    
Fog lights 325    
Remote start 350 350 250
Antilock brakes (ABS)     400
Sunroof     700
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200 1,200  
Touring Package 2,331    
Fog lights 260    
Remote start 280 280 215
Antilock brakes (ABS)     360
Sunroof     625
Options (change) 4,570 1,745 1,350
Options (change) 4,071 1,480 1,200
Destination 795 795 580
Total Price $21,165 $22,085 $17,925
Total Invoice $19,667 $20,578 $16,760

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Spectra SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,115
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,862
Model Year201120112006
ModelMazda3Mazda3Spectra
TrimisSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4167hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6242, 10?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17205/50-16
Total Price$21,165$22,085$17,925
Adjustments for Features-1,125-1,8550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,040$20,230$17,925
Cost Above Minimum$0$190$0
Total Invoice$19,667$20,578$16,760
Adjustments for Features-1,045-1,7280
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,622$18,850$16,760
Cost Above Minimum$0$228$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra

Model Year201120112006
ModelMazda3Mazda3Spectra
TrimisSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0
6-speed manual $150 
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Traction control$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside moldings  $75
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD player  $125
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Surround sound$250$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Heated mirrors  $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50 
Outside temperature display$50$50 
Trip computer $150 
Visor mirror, driver$10 $10
Visor mirror, passenger$10 $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$1,920$2,650$795
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,125$1,855$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,045-1,7280

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra

Model Year20112006
ModelMazda3Spectra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in102.8 in
Length180.7 in176.4 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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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Spectra specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 i

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90053%
Total Not Requested80047%
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-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90053%
Total Not Requested80047%

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