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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,465

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $22,105

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,611

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $20,701

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102018201820182018
ModelMazda3C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimsC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,040 $40,250 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700
Base Invoice $17,838 $37,433 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395        
Grand Touring Package 2,460        
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200        
Tech Package 1,195        
Universal garage door opener 75        
Remote start 350        
Garmin Map Pilot   625 625 625 625
Premium 1 Package   1,250      
Leather Seating Package   1,950      
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720 720
Heated front seats   580      
Rear spoiler   350      
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   850 850   850
Leather seating surfaces     1,620    
Carbon fiber rear spoiler     700    
AMG Leather Package       2,590  
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200        
Grand Touring Package 2,295        
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160        
Tech Package 1,028        
Universal garage door opener 60        
Remote start 280        
Garmin Map Pilot   581 581 581 581
Premium 1 Package   1,163      
Leather Seating Package   1,814      
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670 670
Heated front seats   539      
Rear spoiler   326      
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   791 791   791
Leather seating surfaces     1,507    
Carbon fiber rear spoiler     651    
AMG Leather Package       2,409  
Options (change) 5,675 6,325 4,515 3,935 2,195
Options (change) 5,023 5,884 4,200 3,660 2,042
Destination 750 995 995 995 995
Total Price $25,465 $47,570 $58,910 $71,030 $76,890
Total Invoice $23,611 $44,312 $54,857 $66,128 $71,578

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,425
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,410
Model Year20102018201820182018
ModelMazda3C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimsC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4241hp I4362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionM6T9T9T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/50-17225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$25,465$47,570$58,910$71,030$76,890
Adjustments for Features0-5,680-8,405-7,255-7,955
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,465$41,890$50,505$63,775$68,935
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,615$21,885$27,045
Total Invoice$23,611$44,312$54,857$66,128$71,578
Adjustments for Features0-5,291-7,827-6,754-7,405
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,611$39,021$47,030$59,374$64,173
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,009$20,353$25,152

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20102018201820182018
ModelMazda3C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimsC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150    
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400$1400  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200
FWD$0    
RWD $0 $0$0
AWD  $1700  
Accessories 
Remote app $25$25$25$25
Remote climate control $25$25$25$25
Remote start$150    
Remote start via app $75$75$75$75
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15$15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0    
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200$200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200$200$200
Blind spot warning system $200$200$200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150
Forward collision warning $200$200$200$200
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0$0$0$0
Rear side airbags $300$300$300$300
Rearview camera $200$200$200$200
Temporary spare tire$150    
Tires, run-flat $150$150  
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150    
Console without shifter $150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15
Rear air vents $100$100$100$100
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential    $500
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)    $500
Limited-slip rear differential   $300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust   $250$250
Raised top speed limiter    $0
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0
Carbon fiber rear spoiler  $300  
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200$200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50    
CD changer, in-dash$325    
CD player $125$125$125$125
HD radio $50$50$50$50
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25$25
Surround sound$250  $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225$225
Traffic information $25$25$25$25
USB port $25$25$25$25
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100$100$100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25   
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75$75
Boost gauge  $75$75$75
Chronometer  $100$100$100
Fog light, rear $100$100$100$100
Fog lights$125    
Heated mirrors $25$25$25$25
Interior ambient lighting$150    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750$750$750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights$150    
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights$500    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100  
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150$150
Metal pedals  $75$75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150$150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300$300
Wood trim $300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100   
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0
Suggestive steering $0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100$100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100$100$100
Total Value of Features$2,750$8,430$11,155$10,005$10,705
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,680$8,405$7,255$7,955
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,291-7,827-6,754-7,405

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20102018
ModelMazda3C-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in111.8 in
Length180.7 in184.5 in
Width69.1 in71.3 in
Height57.9 in56.8 in
Curb Weight2,964 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250Yes
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115068%
Total Not Requested55032%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested270095%
Total Not Requested1505%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested105091%
Total Not Requested1009%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

LED headlights, single projector or low beam only
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
LED tail lights0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60083%
Total Not Requested12517%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

LED headlights, single projector or low beam only
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
LED tail lights0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60083%
Total Not Requested12517%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60083%
Total Not Requested12517%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

LED headlights, single projector or low beam only
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
LED tail lights0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60083%
Total Not Requested12517%

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