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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Matrix Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Matrix Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,195

Toyota Matrix XR   
Difference: $1,080

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,130

Toyota Matrix XR   
Difference: $1,668

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112008
ModelMazda3Mazda3Matrix
TrimsMazdaSpeed3XR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,045 $23,700 $16,990
Base Invoice $18,771 $22,191 $15,373
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395 1,395  
Cargo net 40 40  
Extra Value Package 2     880
Side curtain airbags     645
Antilock brakes (ABS)     300
Stability control     650
4-speed automatic     830
CD changer, in-dash     240
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200 1,200  
Cargo net 32 32  
Extra Value Package 2     792
Side curtain airbags     555
Antilock brakes (ABS)     258
Stability control     559
4-speed automatic     753
CD changer, in-dash     180
Options (change) 1,435 1,435 3,545
Options (change) 1,232 1,232 3,097
Destination 795 795 660
Total Price $22,275 $25,930 $21,195
Total Invoice $20,798 $24,218 $19,130

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Matrix

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Matrix XR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,150
Model Year201120112008
ModelMazda3Mazda3Matrix
TrimsMazdaSpeed3XR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine167hp I4263hp I4126hp I4
TransmissionM6M6A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10242, 10?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/40-18205/55-16
Total Price$22,275$25,930$21,195
Adjustments for Features-555-2,2050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,720$23,725$21,195
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,005$0
Total Invoice$20,798$24,218$19,130
Adjustments for Features-518-2,0590
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,280$22,159$19,130
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,879$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year201120112008
ModelMazda3Mazda3Matrix
TrimsMazdaSpeed3XR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
4-speed automatic  $800
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Traction control$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs  $50
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate  $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500 
Exterior 
Hood scoop $100 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Surround sound$250$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Trip computer$150$150 
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates $100 
Floor mats$75$75 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Metal pedals $75 
Partial leather seating sufaces $450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,975$3,625$1,420
Value of Feature Adjustments$555$2,205$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-518-2,0590

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year20112008
ModelMazda3Matrix
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.9 in102.4 in
Length177.4 in171.3 in
Width69.1 in69.9 in
Height57.9 in61.6 in
Curb Weight3,006 lb.2,680 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in47.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.0 ft321.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
43.8 ft353.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3

Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix XR

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%
Extra Value Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested1525100%
Total Not Requested00%

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