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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Solara Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Solara Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,750

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $5,223

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,961

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $3,754

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112008
ModelMazda3Solara
TrimsSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $19,545 $27,155
Base Invoice $18,303 $24,438
Tech Package 1,835  
Grand Touring Package 3,210  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Universal garage door opener 75  
Cargo mat 50  
Cargo net 40  
Floor mats   184
Stability control   650
Satellite radio   449
Xenon HID headlights   515
Navigation system   1,300
Tech Package 1,578  
Grand Touring Package 2,993  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Universal garage door opener 60  
Cargo mat 40  
Cargo net 32  
Floor mats   112
Stability control   559
Satellite radio   359
Xenon HID headlights   412
Navigation system   1,115
Options (change) 5,410 3,098
Options (change) 4,863 2,557
Destination 795 720
Total Price $25,750 $30,973
Total Invoice $23,961 $27,715

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Solara

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,548
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,056
Model Year20112008
ModelMazda3Solara
TrimsSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine167hp I4210hp V6
TransmissionM6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10270, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/55-17
Total Price$25,750$30,973
Adjustments for Features-3250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,425$30,973
Total Invoice$23,961$27,715
Adjustments for Features-3020
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,659$27,715

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Solara

Model Year20112008
ModelMazda3Solara
TrimsSLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$1,725$1,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$325$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3020

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Solara features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Solara

Model Year20112008
ModelMazda3Solara
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase103.9 in107.1 in
Length180.7 in192.5 in
Width69.1 in71.5 in
Height57.9 in56.1 in
Curb Weight2,964 lb.3,441 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft313.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Toyota Solara specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested142570%
Total Not Requested60030%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested275075%
Total Not Requested92525%

Option Package Details
Toyota Solara SLE V6

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

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