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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: $24,620

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $725

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,736

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $1,506

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132011
ModelMazda3Sentra
Trims Grand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,350 $20,620
Base Invoice $23,287 $19,228
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 130
Upgrade Package   2,600
Mud guards   150
Floor mats   120
Interior ambient lighting   240
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 112
Upgrade Package   2,255
Mud guards   115
Floor mats   94
Interior ambient lighting   172
Options (change) 200 3,240
Options (change) 160 2,748
Destination 795 760
Total Price $25,345 $24,620
Total Invoice $24,242 $22,736

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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: $2,925
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,985
Model Year20132011
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$25,345$24,620
Adjustments for Features-3,6500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,695$24,620
Total Invoice$24,242$22,736
Adjustments for Features-3,4910
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,751$22,736

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20132011
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 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Rearview camera $200
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
HD radio$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
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$4,850$1,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,650$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,4910

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20132011
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

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested178063%
Total Not Requested105037%

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