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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: $24,775

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,486

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,850

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,350

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820112011
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX PremiumWRX Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,535 $27,995 $28,995
Base Invoice $16,416 $26,386 $27,309
Grand Touring Package 2,460    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175 195 195
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335    
Universal garage door opener 75 85 85
Satellite radio 430    
Cargo net 40 55 55
Rear spoiler 325    
Navigation system 1,750 2,000 2,000
Bodyside moldings   206 206
Grand Touring Package 2,295    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140 127 127
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148    
Universal garage door opener 60 55 55
Satellite radio 344    
Cargo net 32 36 36
Rear spoiler 260    
Navigation system 1,505 1,737 1,737
Bodyside moldings   134 134
Options (change) 6,590 2,541 2,541
Options (change) 5,784 2,089 2,089
Destination 650 725 725
Total Price $24,775 $31,261 $32,261
Total Invoice $22,850 $29,200 $30,123

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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: $4,936
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,892
Model Year200820112011
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX PremiumWRX Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine156hp I4265hp H4265hp H4
TransmissionM5M5M5
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/26 MPG19/25 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7100, 10100, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/45-17235/45-17
Total Price$24,775$31,261$32,261
Adjustments for Features0-1,150-2,550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,775$30,111$29,711
Cost Above Minimum$0$400$0
Total Invoice$22,850$29,200$30,123
Adjustments for Features0-1,074-2,381
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,850$28,126$27,742
Cost Above Minimum$0$384$0

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

Model Year200820112011
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimsWRX PremiumWRX Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Exterior 
Hood scoop $100$100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
iPod integration $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125  
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Heated mirrors $25$25
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Xenon HID headlights$500 $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals $75$75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Total Value of Features$1,250$2,400$3,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,150$2,550
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,074-2,381

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

Model Year20082011
ModelMazda3Impreza / WRX / STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in103.1 in
Length178.3 in180.3 in
Width69.1 in68.5 in
Height57.7 in58.1 in
Curb Weight2,991 lb.3,208 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume11.4 ft311.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Body kit0Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested155066%
Total Not Requested80034%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Premium

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 100W, 10 speakers350No
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested80070%
Total Not Requested35030%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 100W, 10 speakers350No
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested80070%
Total Not Requested35030%

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