Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2011
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,535

Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3   
Difference: $2,295

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,453

Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3   
Difference: $3,126

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011
ModelMazda3Golf / GTI
TrimMazdaSpeed3GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,700 $24,295
Base Invoice $22,191 $23,323
Tech Package 2,515  
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395  
All-weather floor mats 80 235
Cargo mat 50  
Autobahn Package   5,530
Tech Package 2,163  
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200  
All-weather floor mats 64 176
Cargo mat 40  
Autobahn Package   5,310
Options (change) 4,040 5,765
Options (change) 3,467 5,486
Destination 795 770
Total Price $28,535 $30,830
Total Invoice $26,453 $29,579

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 Golf / GTI 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 Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,455
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,274
Model Year20112011
ModelMazda3Golf / GTI
TrimMazdaSpeed3GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine263hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG21/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$28,535$30,830
Adjustments for Features-1600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,375$30,830
Total Invoice$26,453$29,579
Adjustments for Features-1480
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,305$29,579

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20112011
ModelMazda3Golf / GTI
TrimMazdaSpeed3GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire $225
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Hood scoop$100 
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Boost gauge$75 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Total Value of Features$2,775$2,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$160$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1480

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20112011
ModelMazda3Golf / GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.9 in101.5 in
Length177.4 in165.4 in
Width69.1 in70.3 in
Height57.9 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,221 lb.3,046 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		17.0 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		43.8 ft346.0 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights125No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Total Requested170060%
Total Not Requested112540%
Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90053%
Total Not Requested80047%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Proximity key250Yes
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Navigation system600Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
HD radio50No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested252562%
Total Not Requested152538%

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.