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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: $25,035

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $460

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,130

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $1,231

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172012
ModelMazda3Sentra
TrimGrand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,145 $20,990
Base Invoice $22,144 $19,571
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175 135
Interior ambient lighting 250 250
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,050  
Upgrade Package   2,600
Mud guards   160
Floor mats   120
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140 116
Interior ambient lighting 200 196
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,002  
Upgrade Package   2,255
Mud guards   118
Floor mats   94
Options (change) 1,475 3,265
Options (change) 1,342 2,779
Destination 875 780
Total Price $25,495 $25,035
Total Invoice $24,361 $23,130

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,543
Model Year20172012
ModelMazda3Sentra
TrimGrand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine184hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)27/36 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18225/45-17
Total Price$25,495$25,035
Adjustments for Features-3,9500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,545$25,035
Total Invoice$24,361$23,130
Adjustments for Features-3,7740
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,587$23,130

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20172012
ModelMazda3Sentra
TrimGrand TouringSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
G-vectoring control$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
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 
Black grille (optional)$0 
Body kit $0
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD player $125
HD radio$50 
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound$250 
Voice control for audio system$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass$0 
Digital instruments$0 
Head-up display (HUD)$350 
Heated mirrors$25 
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
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$5,725$1,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,950$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,7740

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

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20172012
ModelMazda3Sentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in105.7 in
Length180.3 in179.8 in
Width70.7 in70.5 in
Height57.3 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,100 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.4 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.5 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft313.1 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested138049%
Total Not Requested145051%

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