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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: $23,170

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $3,210

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,515

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $3,334

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102010200920092009
ModelMazda3Mazda3XterraXterraXterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3SOff RoadSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $19,540 $23,195 $24,060 $28,340 $27,340
Base Invoice $18,305 $21,717 $22,804 $26,555 $25,620
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 200 250    
Tech Package 1,195        
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395        
Rear bumper protector 50 50      
Cargo net 40 40      
CD changer, in-dash   500      
Satellite radio   430      
Technology Package     0 0 0
X Gear Package     500    
Floor mats     115 115 115
Portable navigation system     590 590 590
Cargo cover     85 85 85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 160 184    
Tech Package 1,028        
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200        
Rear bumper protector 40 40      
Cargo net 32 32      
CD changer, in-dash   400      
Satellite radio   344      
Technology Package     0 0 0
X Gear Package     433    
Floor mats     84 84 84
Portable navigation system     501 501 501
Cargo cover     63 63 63
Options (change) 2,880 1,220 1,540 790 790
Options (change) 2,460 976 1,265 648 648
Destination 750 750 780 780 780
Total Price $23,170 $25,165 $26,380 $29,910 $28,910
Total Invoice $21,515 $23,443 $24,849 $27,983 $27,048

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,450
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,485
Model Year20102010200920092009
ModelMazda3Mazda3XterraXterraXterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3SOff RoadSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine167hp I4263hp I4261hp V6261hp V6261hp V6
TransmissionM6M6M6M6A5
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWD4WD, PT w/4LRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10?, 6380, 9380, 9380, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/40-18265/70-16265/75-16265/65-17
Total Price$23,170$25,165$26,380$29,910$28,910
Adjustments for Features-1,240-8900-2,000-2,280
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,930$24,275$26,380$27,910$26,630
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,345$0$1,530$250
Total Invoice$21,515$23,443$24,849$27,983$27,048
Adjustments for Features-1,151-8290-1,871-2,133
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,364$22,614$24,849$26,112$24,915
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,250$0$1,263$66

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year20102010200920092009
ModelMazda3Mazda3XterraXterraXterra
TrimsMazdaSpeed3SOff RoadSE
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150 
5-speed automatic    $900
FWD$0$0   
RWD  $0 $0
4WD, part-time w/low range   $1700 
Accessories 
Proximity key$250    
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50   
Full-size spare tire  $225$225$225
Rollover sensor  $50$50$50
Temporary spare tire$150$150   
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack  $300$300$300
Cargo area rails w/tie downs  $50$50$50
Overhead sunglass holder $25 $25$25
Small cargo box, roof-mounted  $75$75$75
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200   
Dual-zone climate control $125   
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500   
Lockable rear differential   $150 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0   
Bodyside moldings   $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25   
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275$275
Hood scoop $100   
Rear spoiler$200$200   
Skid plate (one)  $50 $50
Skid plates   $150 
Sunroof$900    
Tow hook(s), front  $40$40$40
Tubular side steps  $350 $350
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25   
Navigation system$600    
Portable navigation system  $400$400$400
Surround sound$250    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25$25
Boost gauge $75   
Compass$0$0 $0$0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50  $50
Interior ambient lighting$150$150   
Outside temperature display$50$50   
Trip computer$150$150  $150
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger  $10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50   
Door sill trim plates $100   
Folding passenger seat   $150$150
Leather seating surfaces    $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150$150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Metal pedals $75   
Partial leather seating sufaces $450   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires   $0 
Off-road suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0   
White-letter tires  $0$0$0
Total Value of Features$3,500$3,150$2,260$4,260$4,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,240$890$0$2,000$2,280
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,151-8290-1,871-2,133

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Nissan Xterra

Model Year20102009
ModelMazda3Xterra
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.9 in106.3 in
Length177.4 in178.7 in
Width69.1 in72.8 in
Height57.9 in74.9 in
Curb Weight3,006 lb.4,151 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in58.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in46.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in34.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.0 ft335.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
43.8 ft365.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested20017%
Total Not Requested95083%
Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20012%
Total Not Requested150088%

Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra S

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 380W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50Yes
Total Requested72567%
Total Not Requested35033%
X Gear Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Roof rack crossbars50No
Cargo net40Yes
First-aid kit15No
Small cargo box, roof-mounted75No
Total Requested16554%
Total Not Requested14046%

Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra Off Road

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 380W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50Yes
Total Requested72567%
Total Not Requested35033%

Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra SE

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 380W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50Yes
Total Requested72567%
Total Not Requested35033%

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