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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,600

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $2,720

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,075

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $2,465

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062009
ModelMazda3Sentra
TrimsSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,880 $21,160
Base Invoice $15,805 $19,729
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
Grand Touring Package 2,285  
Rear spoiler 325  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175 125
Cargo mat 40  
Floor mats   165
Bodyside moldings   150
Sunroof   750
Limited-slip front differential   400
Audio Package   850
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
Grand Touring Package 2,130  
Rear spoiler 260  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140 109
Cargo mat 32  
Floor mats   130
Bodyside moldings   116
Sunroof   651
Limited-slip front differential   347
Audio Package   738
Options (change) 4,160 2,440
Options (change) 3,710 2,091
Destination 560 720
Total Price $21,600 $24,320
Total Invoice $20,075 $22,540

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,133
Model Year20062009
ModelMazda3Sentra
TrimsSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine160hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/32 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/45-17
Total Price$21,600$24,320
Adjustments for Features-1,7950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,805$24,320
Total Invoice$20,075$22,540
Adjustments for Features-1,6680
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,407$22,540

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20062009
ModelMazda3Sentra
TrimsSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass$0 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,920$1,125
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,795$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,6680

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20062009
ModelMazda3Sentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in105.7 in
Length178.3 in179.8 in
Width69.1 in70.5 in
Height57.7 in59.5 in
Curb Weight2,758 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft313.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Tire-pressure monitor75Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200No
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Body kit0Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Total Requested92526%
Total Not Requested260074%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Total Requested90092%
Total Not Requested808%
Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%

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