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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,320

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $9,920

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,965

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $9,394

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelMazda3Xterra
TrimsSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $17,370 $27,560
Base Invoice $16,262 $25,826
Touring Package 245  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175  
CD changer, in-dash 500  
Cargo net 40  
Satellite radio 430  
Side curtain airbags   700
Floor mats   115
Cargo cover   85
Touring Package 227  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140  
CD changer, in-dash 400  
Cargo net 32  
Satellite radio 344  
Side curtain airbags   607
Floor mats   83
Cargo cover   63
Options (change) 1,390 900
Options (change) 1,143 753
Destination 560 780
Total Price $19,320 $29,240
Total Invoice $17,965 $27,359

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,000
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,662
Model Year20062008
ModelMazda3Xterra
TrimsSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine160hp I4261hp V6
TransmissionM5A5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/32 MPG15/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6380, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17265/65-17
Total Price$19,320$29,240
Adjustments for Features0-2,920
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,320$26,320
Total Invoice$17,965$27,359
Adjustments for Features0-2,732
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,965$24,627

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year20062008
ModelMazda3Xterra
TrimsSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Rollover sensor $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack $300
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Small cargo box, roof-mounted $75
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear spoiler$200 
Skid plate (one) $50
Tow hook(s), front $40
Tubular side steps $350
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Outside temperature display$50 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
White-letter tires $0
Total Value of Features$620$3,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,920
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,732

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year20062008
ModelMazda3Xterra
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.9 in106.3 in
Length176.6 in178.7 in
Width69.1 in72.8 in
Height57.7 in74.9 in
Curb Weight2,808 lb.4,165 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in55.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.4 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in58.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in46.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in34.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.1 ft335.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
31.2 ft365.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
205/50VR17 tires400No
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Total Requested70064%
Total Not Requested40036%

Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra SE

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50No
Total Requested70093%
Total Not Requested507%

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