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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: $21,780

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $12,560

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,269

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $11,865

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082006
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,535 $32,995
Base Invoice $16,416 $31,044
Grand Touring Package 2,460  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175 183
CD changer, in-dash 500  
All-weather floor mats 60 55
Universal garage door opener 75 87
Rear spoiler 325  
Fog lights   395
Grand Touring Package 2,295  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140 119
CD changer, in-dash 400  
All-weather floor mats 48 33
Universal garage door opener 60 56
Rear spoiler 260  
Fog lights   257
Options (change) 3,595 720
Options (change) 3,203 465
Destination 650 625
Total Price $21,780 $34,340
Total Invoice $20,269 $32,134

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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: $11,435
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,812
Model Year20082006
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine156hp I4300hp H4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/45-17
Total Price$21,780$34,340
Adjustments for Features0-1,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,780$33,215
Total Invoice$20,269$32,134
Adjustments for Features0-1,053
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,269$31,081

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

Model Year20082006
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
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 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Traction control$100 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275
Limited-slip front differential $500
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Hood scoop $100
Rear spoiler$200 
Second rear spoiler $150
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated front seats$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,800$3,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,125
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,053

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

Model Year20082006
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 Weight2,991 lb.3,351 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

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200No
Trip computer150No
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Traction control100No
Stability control400No
Body kit0Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested70030%
Total Not Requested165070%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX STI

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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