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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: $19,940

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $10,640

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,602

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $10,087

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082011
ModelMazda3Mazda3Xterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3PRO-4X
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $18,025 $22,440 $29,670
Base Invoice $16,873 $20,991 $27,800
Touring Package 500    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175 175  
CD changer, in-dash 500 500  
Rear bumper protector 50 50  
Cargo net 40 40  
Cargo cover     100
Touring Package 467    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140 140  
CD changer, in-dash 400 400  
Rear bumper protector 40 40  
Cargo net 32 32  
Cargo cover     79
Options (change) 1,265 765 100
Options (change) 1,079 612 79
Destination 650 650 810
Total Price $19,940 $23,855 $30,580
Total Invoice $18,602 $22,253 $28,689

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,550
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,188
Model Year200820082011
ModelMazda3Mazda3Xterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3PRO-4X
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine156hp I4263hp I4261hp V6
TransmissionM5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD4WD, PT w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6380, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/45-18265/75-16
Total Price$19,940$23,855$30,580
Adjustments for Features0-1,225-3,090
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,940$22,630$27,490
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,690$0
Total Invoice$18,602$22,253$28,689
Adjustments for Features0-1,143-2,899
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,602$21,110$25,790
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,508$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year200820082011
ModelMazda3Mazda3Xterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3PRO-4X
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0 
4WD, part-time w/low range  $1700
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Full-size spare tire  $225
Rollover sensor  $50
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
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 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Intermittent wipers$0$0 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500 
Lockable rear differential  $150
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Skid plates  $150
Tow hook(s), front  $40
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Light bar  $150
Outside temperature display$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates $100 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Heated front seats $200 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals $75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires  $0
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Machined alloy wheels  $350
Off-road suspension (upgrade)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
White-letter tires  $0
Total Value of Features$1,150$2,375$4,240
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,225$3,090
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,143-2,899

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

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year20082011
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 Weight2,809 lb.4,144 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		43.8 ft365.7 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%

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