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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: $23,740

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $215

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,892

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $257

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062010
ModelMazda3Sentra
TrimsSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,880 $20,080
Base Invoice $15,805 $18,725
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
Grand Touring Package 2,285  
Rear spoiler 325  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175 125
Navigation system 1,750 400
Satellite radio 430  
Upgrade Package   2,200
Mud guards   140
Floor mats   110
Bodyside moldings   150
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
Grand Touring Package 2,130  
Rear spoiler 260  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140 109
Navigation system 1,505 347
Satellite radio 344  
Upgrade Package   1,908
Mud guards   106
Floor mats   88
Bodyside moldings   116
Options (change) 6,300 3,125
Options (change) 5,527 2,674
Destination 560 750
Total Price $23,740 $23,955
Total Invoice $21,892 $22,149

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,535
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,474
Model Year20062010
ModelMazda3Sentra
TrimsSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine160hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/32 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/45-17
Total Price$23,740$23,955
Adjustments for Features-1,3200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,420$23,955
Total Invoice$21,892$22,149
Adjustments for Features-1,2170
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,675$22,149

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20062010
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 
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
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
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Traffic information $25
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$3,245$1,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,320$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,2170

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

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20062010
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-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
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

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%
Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Satellite radio200Yes
Limited-slip front differential500No
Rearview camera200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110049%
Total Not Requested113051%

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