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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,295

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $18,405

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelMazda3Model 3
Trims Grand TouringBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,900 $49,000
Tech Package 1,400  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   1,000
Tech Package 1,204  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 1,600 1,000
Options (change) 1,364 0
Destination 795 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $25,295 $43,700

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,205
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,899
Model Year20122018
ModelMazda3Model 3
Trims Grand TouringBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4258hp E
TransmissionM6A1
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG136/123 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/45-18
Total Price$25,295$43,700
Adjustments for Features0-3,200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,295$40,500

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20122018
ModelMazda3Model 3
Trims Grand TouringBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry$225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Blind spot warning system$200 
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750
75 kWh battery pack $0
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Aux input$50 
CD player$125 
In-vehicle Internet $150
MP3-compatible player$50 
Range alert $0
Satellite radio$200 
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Compass$0 
Digital instruments $0
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights $1000
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Tachometer$75 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$4,450$7,650
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,200
Value of Feature Adjustments0461

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20122018
ModelMazda3Model 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in113.2 in
Length180.9 in184.8 in
Width69.1 in72.8 in
Height57.9 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,257 lb.3,814 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft315.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200No
Alarm100No
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested72553%
Total Not Requested65047%

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