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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: $22,145

Mazda Mazda3 s Touring   
Difference: $35

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,656

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $552

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122008
ModelMazda3Mazda3Sentra
Trims Tourings Grand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,300 $22,900 $20,570
Base Invoice $20,373 $21,901 $19,181
Cargo mat 50 50  
Sunroof     750
Floor mats     165
Cargo mat 40 40  
Sunroof     651
Floor mats     129
Options (change) 50 50 915
Options (change) 40 40 780
Destination 795 795 695
Total Price $22,145 $23,745 $22,180
Total Invoice $21,208 $22,736 $20,656

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,835
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,133
Model Year201220122008
ModelMazda3Mazda3Sentra
Trims Tourings Grand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4167hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG18/25 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10265, 10160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/50-17225/45-17
Total Price$22,145$23,745$22,180
Adjustments for Features-2,125-4,4000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,020$19,345$22,180
Cost Above Minimum$675$0$0
Total Invoice$21,208$22,736$20,656
Adjustments for Features-2,035-4,2130
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,173$18,523$20,656
Cost Above Minimum$650$0$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year201220122008
ModelMazda3Mazda3Sentra
Trims Tourings Grand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Traction control$100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation system $600 
Surround sound$250$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 $50
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,550$4,825$425
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,125$4,400$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,035-4,2130

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122008
ModelMazda3Sentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in105.7 in
Length180.9 in179.8 in
Width69.1 in70.5 in
Height57.9 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,257 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%

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