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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,173

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $2,022

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,763

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $1,900

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020102006
ModelMazda3Mazda3New Beetle
TrimsMazdaSpeed32.5 / TDI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $19,540 $23,195 $17,180
Base Invoice $18,305 $21,717 $16,107
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395 1,395  
Satellite radio 430 430 375
All-weather floor mats 80 80 99
Package 1     1,390
CD changer, remote     499
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200 1,200  
Satellite radio 344 344 331
All-weather floor mats 64 64 64
Package 1     1,291
CD changer, remote     340
Options (change) 1,905 1,905 2,363
Options (change) 1,608 1,608 2,026
Destination 750 750 630
Total Price $22,195 $25,850 $20,173
Total Invoice $20,663 $24,075 $18,763

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $187
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $192
Model Year201020102006
ModelMazda3Mazda3New Beetle
TrimsMazdaSpeed32.5 / TDI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine167hp I4263hp I4150hp I5
TransmissionM6M6M5
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$22,195$25,850$20,173
Adjustments for Features-1,835-3,3100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,360$22,540$20,173
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,180$0
Total Invoice$20,663$24,075$18,763
Adjustments for Features-1,708-3,0830
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,955$20,992$18,763
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,037$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year201020102006
ModelMazda3Mazda3New Beetle
TrimsMazdaSpeed32.5 / TDI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
Rear wiper$175$175 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Hood scoop $100 
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD changer, remote  $200
CD player  $125
Surround sound$250$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75 
Fog lights$125$125 
Heated mirrors  $25
Trip computer$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Heated front seats  $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Partial leather seating sufaces $450 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,475$3,950$640
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,835$3,310$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,708-3,0830

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year20102006
ModelMazda3New Beetle
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.9 in98.7 in
Length177.4 in161.1 in
Width69.1 in67.9 in
Height57.9 in59.0 in
Curb Weight3,006 lb.2,885 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in52.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in39.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in49.3 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.0 ft312.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
43.8 ft327.2 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
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI

Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200No
Sunroof900Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested90081%
Total Not Requested21519%

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