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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan LEAF Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan LEAF Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,245

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $5,785

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,575

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $5,847

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201020122012
ModelMazda3Mazda3LEAFLEAF
TrimsMazdaSpeed3SVSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $19,540 $23,195 $35,200 $37,250
Base Invoice $18,305 $21,717 $33,707 $35,668
Tech Package 1,195 1,895    
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 200    
Cargo net 40 40 20 20
Cargo mat 50 50    
Universal garage door opener 75 75    
Floor mats     170 170
Cargo cover     290  
Tech Package 1,028 1,630    
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 160    
Cargo net 32 32 15 15
Cargo mat 40 40    
Universal garage door opener 60 60    
Floor mats     131 131
Cargo cover     219  
Options (change) 2,955 2,260 480 190
Options (change) 2,520 1,922 365 146
Destination 750 750 850 850
Gas Tax 0 0 -7,500 -7,500
Total Price $23,245 $26,205 $29,030 $30,790
Total Invoice $21,575 $24,389 $27,422 $29,164

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan LEAF

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,663
Model Year2010201020122012
ModelMazda3Mazda3LEAFLEAF
TrimsMazdaSpeed3SVSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine167hp I4263hp I4107hp E107hp E
TransmissionM6M6A1A1
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10242, 10?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/40-18205/55-16205/55-16
Total Price$23,245$26,205$29,030$30,790
Adjustments for Features0-750-195-1,745
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,245$25,455$28,835$29,045
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,210$0$210
Total Invoice$21,575$24,389$27,422$29,164
Adjustments for Features0-698-184-1,653
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,575$23,691$27,238$27,511
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,116$0$273

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year2010201020122012
ModelMazda3Mazda3LEAFLEAF
TrimsMazdaSpeed3SVSL
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150  
1-speed automatic  $800$800
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100$100
Photovoltaic solar panel   $250
Remote app  $25$25
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Universal garage door opener$100$100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera   $200
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125  
Interior air filter$0$0  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500  
Engine / Motor 
24 kWh battery pack  $0$0
DC quick-charging capability   $750
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25  
Hood scoop $100  
Sunroof$900   
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  
CD player  $125$125
Surround sound$250$250  
USB port  $25$25
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights   $125
Boost gauge $75  
Compass$0$0  
Detailed driving style feedback  $100$100
Digital instruments  $0$0
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors  $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150  
LED headlights  $1000$1000
Tachometer$75$75  
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75  
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Door sill trim plates $100  
Heated front seats  $200$200
Heated second row seats  $200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150  
Metal pedals $75  
Partial leather seating sufaces $450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350  
Machined alloy wheels  $350$350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Total Value of Features$3,225$3,975$3,420$4,970
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$750$195$1,745
Value of Feature Adjustments0-698-184-1,653

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20102012
ModelMazda3LEAF
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.9 in106.3 in
Length177.4 in175.0 in
Width69.1 in69.7 in
Height57.9 in61.0 in
Curb Weight3,006 lb.3,367 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.0 ft314.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
43.8 ft30.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested105091%
Total Not Requested1009%
Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1700100%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested105054%
Total Not Requested90046%

Option Package Details
Nissan LEAF SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Nissan LEAF SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%

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