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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,695

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,750

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,151

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,457

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,880 $24,995
Base Invoice $15,805 $23,481
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175 183
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
Grand Touring Package 2,285  
All-weather floor mats 60 55
Universal garage door opener 75 87
Rear spoiler 325  
Limited Package   2,500
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140 119
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
Grand Touring Package 2,130  
All-weather floor mats 48 33
Universal garage door opener 60 56
Rear spoiler 260  
Limited Package   2,294
Options (change) 4,255 2,825
Options (change) 3,786 2,502
Destination 560 625
Total Price $21,695 $28,445
Total Invoice $20,151 $26,608

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,450
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,176
Model Year20062006
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine160hp I4230hp H4
TransmissionM5M5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/45-17
Total Price$21,695$28,445
Adjustments for Features0-300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,695$28,145
Total Invoice$20,151$26,608
Adjustments for Features0-281
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,151$26,327

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Model Year20062006
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors $25
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Total Value of Features$2,250$2,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-281

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Model Year20062006
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in99.4 in
Length178.3 in175.4 in
Width69.1 in68.5 in
Height57.7 in56.7 in
Curb Weight2,759 lb.3,017 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in52.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in52.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in33.0 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft311.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tire-pressure monitor75No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150No
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Body kit0Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350No
Total Requested165047%
Total Not Requested187553%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested220098%
Total Not Requested502%

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