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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: $25,720

Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring   
Difference: $23,425

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,390

Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring   
Difference: $21,387

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320132018201820182018
ModelMazda3Mazda3C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,800 $24,350 $40,250 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700
Base Invoice $21,805 $23,287 $37,433 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541
Tech Package 1,500          
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 200        
Universal garage door opener 75 75        
Remote start 350 350        
Multimedia Package     2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200
Leather Seating Package     1,950      
Premium 1 Package     1,250      
Rear spoiler     350      
Heated front seats     580      
Metallic paint (extra cost)     720 720 720 720
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only     850 850   850
Carbon fiber rear spoiler       700    
Leather seating surfaces       1,620    
AMG Leather Package         2,590  
Tech Package 1,290          
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 160        
Universal garage door opener 60 60        
Remote start 280 280        
Multimedia Package     2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046
Leather Seating Package     1,814      
Premium 1 Package     1,163      
Rear spoiler     326      
Heated front seats     539      
Metallic paint (extra cost)     670 670 670 670
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only     791 791   791
Carbon fiber rear spoiler       651    
Leather seating surfaces       1,507    
AMG Leather Package         2,409  
Options (change) 2,125 625 7,900 6,090 5,510 3,770
Options (change) 1,790 500 7,349 5,665 5,125 3,507
Destination 795 795 995 995 995 995
Total Price $25,720 $25,770 $49,145 $60,485 $72,605 $78,465
Total Invoice $24,390 $24,582 $45,777 $56,322 $67,593 $73,043

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,680
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,036
Model Year201320132018201820182018
ModelMazda3Mazda3C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine155hp I4167hp I4241hp I4362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionM6M6T9T9T7T7
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10265, 10?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17225/50-17225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$25,720$25,770$49,145$60,485$72,605$78,465
Adjustments for Features00-5,745-8,470-7,320-8,020
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,720$25,770$43,400$52,015$65,285$70,445
Cost Above Minimum$0$50$0$8,615$21,885$27,045
Total Invoice$24,390$24,582$45,777$56,322$67,593$73,043
Adjustments for Features00-5,351-7,887-6,815-7,466
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,390$24,582$40,426$48,435$60,778$65,577
Cost Above Minimum$0$192$0$8,009$20,352$25,151

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

Model Year201320132018201820182018
ModelMazda3Mazda3C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150    
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400$1400  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1200$1200
FWD$0$0    
RWD  $0 $0$0
AWD   $1700  
Accessories 
Remote app  $25$25$25$25
Remote climate control  $25$25$25$25
Remote start$150$150    
Remote start via app  $75$75$75$75
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15$15$15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0    
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200$200$200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed  $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$150    
Tires, run-flat  $150$150  
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100$100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150$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$200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50    
DVD-compatible player  $0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition  $200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150$150$150
Media drive  $15$15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years  $0$0$0$0
SD Card slot  $25$25$25$25
Surround sound$250$250  $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225$225$225
Traffic + travel information  $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$125    
Interior ambient lighting$150$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$150    
Xenon HID headlights$500$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$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$2,425$2,425$8,170$10,895$9,745$10,445
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$5,745$8,470$7,320$8,020
Value of Feature Adjustments00-5,351-7,887-6,815-7,466

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

Model Year20132018
ModelMazda3C-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in111.8 in
Length180.9 in184.5 in
Width69.1 in71.3 in
Height57.9 in56.8 in
Curb Weight2,873 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Fog lights125No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested135078%
Total Not Requested37522%

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%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested60064%
Total Not Requested34036%
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%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

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%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested60064%
Total Not Requested34036%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested60064%
Total Not Requested34036%
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%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested60064%
Total Not Requested34036%

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