Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2014 Volkswagen New Beetle Volkswagen New Beetle 2006
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,674

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $3,166

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,423

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $3,374

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420142006
ModelMazda3Mazda3New Beetle
Trimi Touringi Grand Touring2.5 / TDI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $20,095 $23,245 $17,180
Base Invoice $19,231 $22,241 $16,107
Sunroof 800    
All-weather floor mats 100 100 99
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,050 1,050  
Package 1     1,390
Satellite radio     375
Sunroof 688    
All-weather floor mats 80 80 64
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,003 1,005  
Package 1     1,291
Satellite radio     331
Options (change) 1,950 1,150 1,864
Options (change) 1,771 1,085 1,686
Destination 795 795 630
Total Price $22,840 $25,190 $19,674
Total Invoice $21,797 $24,121 $18,423

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mazda Mazda3 dealer quotes or Volkswagen New Beetle dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $331
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $668
Model Year201420142006
ModelMazda3Mazda3New Beetle
Trimi Touringi Grand Touring2.5 / TDI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine155hp I4155hp I4150hp I5
TransmissionT6T6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)30/40 MPG30/40 MPG22/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16205/60-16205/55-16
Total Price$22,840$25,190$19,674
Adjustments for Features-2,835-5,1350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,005$20,055$19,674
Cost Above Minimum$0$50$0
Total Invoice$21,797$24,121$18,423
Adjustments for Features-2,706-4,9170
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,091$19,204$18,423
Cost Above Minimum$0$113$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year201420142006
ModelMazda3Mazda3New Beetle
Trimi Touringi Grand Touring2.5 / TDI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200 
Proximity key$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25 
Blind spot warning system$200$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100 
Rearview camera $200 
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
Rear wiper$175$175 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
App support $0 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
HD radio $50 
Navigation system $600 
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25 
Surround sound $250 
Traffic information $25 
Voice control for nav and audio $100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Digital instruments$0$0 
Trip computer$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Heated front seats $200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0$0
Total Value of Features$3,350$5,650$515
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,835$5,135$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,706-4,9170

Return to top

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

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen New Beetle

Model Year20142006
ModelMazda3New Beetle
Body4dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in98.7 in
Length175.6 in161.1 in
Width70.7 in67.9 in
Height57.3 in59.0 in
Curb Weight2,855 lb.2,884 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in52.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in39.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.4 in49.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		20.2 ft312.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		47.1 ft327.2 ft3

Return to top

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

Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI

Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested110099%
Total Not Requested151%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.