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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,155

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $12,135

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,363

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $12,356

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102015
ModelMazda3Passat
TrimsV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,040 $35,995
Base Invoice $17,838 $34,519
Grand Touring Package 2,460  
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,395  
Tech Package 1,195  
Universal garage door opener 75  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Cargo net 40 100
Rear spoiler   375
Grand Touring Package 2,295  
Moonroof and Bose Package 1,200  
Tech Package 1,028  
Universal garage door opener 60  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Cargo net 32 80
Rear spoiler   300
Options (change) 5,365 475
Options (change) 4,775 380
Destination 750 820
Total Price $25,155 $37,290
Total Invoice $23,363 $35,719

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,705
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,028
Model Year20102015
ModelMazda3Passat
TrimsV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4280hp V6
TransmissionM6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)242, 10400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/45-18
Total Price$25,155$37,290
Adjustments for Features0-2,430
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,155$34,860
Total Invoice$23,363$35,719
Adjustments for Features0-2,328
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,363$33,391

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20102015
ModelMazda3Passat
TrimsV6 SEL Premium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera $200
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
SD Card slot $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Heated mirrors $25
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces $450
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,050$3,480
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,430
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,328

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20102015
ModelMazda3Passat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in110.4 in
Length180.7 in191.6 in
Width69.1 in72.2 in
Height57.9 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,179 lb.3,423 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in57.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft315.9 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

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
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested220077%
Total Not Requested65023%
Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested105091%
Total Not Requested1009%

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