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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: $21,015

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $8,225

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,559

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $7,800

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009200920082008
ModelMazda3Mazda3XterraXterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3Off RoadSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $18,625 $22,740 $27,260 $27,560
Base Invoice $17,446 $21,286 $25,546 $25,826
Touring Package 500      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 200    
Rear bumper protector 50 50    
Cargo net 40 40    
CD changer, in-dash 500 500    
Satellite radio 430 430    
Side curtain airbags     700 700
Technology Package     1,300  
Floor mats     115 115
Cargo cover     85 85
Touring Package 467      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 160    
Rear bumper protector 40 40    
Cargo net 32 32    
CD changer, in-dash 400 400    
Satellite radio 344 344    
Side curtain airbags     607 607
Technology Package     1,127  
Floor mats     83 83
Cargo cover     63 63
Options (change) 1,720 1,220 2,200 900
Options (change) 1,443 976 1,880 753
Destination 670 670 780 780
Total Price $21,015 $24,630 $30,240 $29,240
Total Invoice $19,559 $22,932 $28,206 $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: $5,985
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,704
Model Year2009200920082008
ModelMazda3Mazda3XterraXterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3Off RoadSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine156hp I4263hp I4261hp V6261hp V6
TransmissionM5M6M6A5
DrivetrainFWDFWD4WD, PT w/4LRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6380, 9380, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/45-18265/75-16265/65-17
Total Price$21,015$24,630$30,240$29,240
Adjustments for Features0-1,225-2,860-2,240
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,015$23,405$27,380$27,000
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,390$380$0
Total Invoice$19,559$22,932$28,206$27,359
Adjustments for Features0-1,141-2,668-2,096
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,559$21,791$25,538$25,263
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,232$275$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year2009200920082008
ModelMazda3Mazda3XterraXterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3Off RoadSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
6-speed manual $150$150 
5-speed automatic   $900
FWD$0$0  
4WD, part-time w/low range  $1700 
RWD   $0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50  
Full-size spare tire  $225$225
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack  $300$300
Cargo area rails w/tie downs  $50$50
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Small cargo box, roof-mounted  $75$75
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200  
Intermittent wipers$0$0  
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$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$275
Rear spoiler$200$200  
Skid plate (one)   $50
Skid plates  $150 
Tow hook(s), front  $40$40
Tubular side steps   $350
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 $50
Outside temperature display$50$50  
Trip computer   $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Visor mirror, driver  $10 
Visor mirror, passenger  $10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Door sill trim plates $100  
Folding passenger seat  $150$150
Heated front seats $200  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Metal pedals $75  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires  $0 
Off-road suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
White-letter tires  $0$0
Total Value of Features$900$2,125$3,760$3,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,225$2,860$2,240
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,141-2,668-2,096

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year20092008
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.4,151 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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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra Off Road

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50No
Total Requested70093%
Total Not Requested507%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Compass0Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 380W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50Yes
Total Requested77563%
Total Not Requested45037%

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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