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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,005

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $8,190

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,208

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $8,733

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072015
ModelMazda3Beetle
TrimsR-Line
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $17,680 $25,450
Base Invoice $16,551 $24,433
Grand Touring Package 2,215  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335  
Satellite radio 430  
Navigation system 1,750  
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package   5,925
Grand Touring Package 2,065  
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148  
Satellite radio 344  
Navigation system 1,505  
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package   5,688
Options (change) 5,730 5,925
Options (change) 5,062 5,688
Destination 595 820
Total Price $24,005 $32,195
Total Invoice $22,208 $30,941

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,094
Model Year20072015
ModelMazda3Beetle
TrimsR-Line
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine156hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)222, 7400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/40-19
Total Price$24,005$32,195
Adjustments for Features0-665
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,005$31,530
Total Invoice$22,208$30,941
Adjustments for Features0-639
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,208$30,302

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20072015
ModelMazda3Beetle
TrimsR-Line
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Vehicle health reports $0
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Boost gauge $75
Cornering lights $50
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,350$2,015
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$665
Value of Feature Adjustments0-639

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Beetle features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Beetle

Model Year20072015
ModelMazda3Beetle
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.9 in100.0 in
Length176.6 in168.4 in
Width69.1 in71.2 in
Height57.7 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,809 lb.3,013 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.4 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in31.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		17.1 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		31.2 ft329.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Beetle specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Total Requested295075%
Total Not Requested100025%
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
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line

Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
235/40HR19 tires400No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Rear cross-traffic collision interventionNo
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Proximity key250No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested310060%
Total Not Requested202540%

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