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Mazda Mazda6 vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda6 vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,590

Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $9,110

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelMazda6Model 3
Trims Grand TouringBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,810 $49,000
Technology Package 1,785  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror 200  
Navigation system 2,000  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   1,000
Technology Package 1,428  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror 160  
Navigation system 1,600  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 3,985 1,000
Options (change) 3,188 0
Destination 795 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $34,590 $43,700

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,415
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,185
Model Year20122018
ModelMazda6Model 3
Trims Grand TouringBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine272hp V6258hp E
TransmissionT6A1
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/27 MPG136/123 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)333, 10?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/45-18
Total Price$34,590$43,700
Adjustments for Features0-1,695
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,590$42,005

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20122018
ModelMazda6Model 3
Trims Grand TouringBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry$225 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist $50
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750
75 kWh battery pack $0
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Aux input$50 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
In-vehicle Internet $150
MP3-compatible player$50 
Range alert $0
Satellite radio$200 
Traffic information$25 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Digital instruments $0
LED headlights $1000
Power-folding mirrors $50
Tachometer$75 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$5,355$7,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,695
Value of Feature Adjustments0244

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20122018
ModelMazda6Model 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.8 in113.2 in
Length193.7 in184.8 in
Width72.4 in72.8 in
Height57.9 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,547 lb.3,814 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume16.6 ft315.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda6 vs. Tesla Model 3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested160084%
Total Not Requested30016%

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