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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: $23,805

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $520

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,033

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $1,167

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122010
ModelMazda3Sentra
Trims Grand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,900 $20,080
Base Invoice $21,901 $18,725
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 125
Satellite radio 430  
Upgrade Package   2,200
Mud guards   140
Floor mats   110
Navigation system   400
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 109
Satellite radio 344  
Upgrade Package   1,908
Mud guards   106
Floor mats   88
Navigation system   347
Options (change) 630 2,975
Options (change) 504 2,558
Destination 795 750
Total Price $24,325 $23,805
Total Invoice $23,200 $22,033

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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: $2,080
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,313
Model Year20122010
ModelMazda3Sentra
Trims Grand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/45-17
Total Price$24,325$23,805
Adjustments for Features-2,6000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,725$23,805
Total Invoice$23,200$22,033
Adjustments for Features-2,4800
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,720$22,033

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122010
ModelMazda3Sentra
Trims Grand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Rearview camera $200
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Surround sound$250 
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $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$3,775$1,175
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,600$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,4800

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122010
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

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%
Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Limited-slip front differential500No
Rearview camera200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested118053%
Total Not Requested105047%

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