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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,305

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $12,789

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,769

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $12,126

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082006
ModelMazda3Lancer / Evolution
TrimsEvolution IX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,535 $31,399
Base Invoice $16,416 $29,593
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
Grand Touring Package 2,460  
Rear spoiler 325  
Sun, Sound, and Leather Package   3,120
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
Grand Touring Package 2,295  
Rear spoiler 260  
Sun, Sound, and Leather Package   2,727
Options (change) 4,120 3,120
Options (change) 3,703 2,727
Destination 650 575
Total Price $22,305 $35,094
Total Invoice $20,769 $32,895

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,164
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,540
Model Year20082006
ModelMazda3Lancer / Evolution
TrimsEvolution IX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine156hp I4286hp I4
TransmissionM5M5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7315, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/45-17
Total Price$22,305$35,094
Adjustments for Features0-625
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,305$34,469
Total Invoice$20,769$32,895
Adjustments for Features0-586
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,769$32,309

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Model Year20082006
ModelMazda3Lancer / Evolution
TrimsEvolution IX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Cruise control$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Front side airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Traction control$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Rear spoiler$200 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input$50 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Outside temperature display$50 
Trip computer$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$3,800$4,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$625
Value of Feature Adjustments0-586

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Model Year20082006
ModelMazda3Lancer / Evolution
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in102.4 in
Length178.3 in180.5 in
Width69.1 in66.8 in
Height57.7 in54.9 in
Curb Weight2,991 lb.3,219 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in51.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in50.2 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in36.6 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft311.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200No
Trip computer150No
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Traction control100No
Stability control400No
Body kit0Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested50021%
Total Not Requested185079%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Evolution IX

Sun, Sound, and Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Sunroof900Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Infinity, 315W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested152555%
Total Not Requested125045%

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