Mitsubishi Eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse 2012 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2008
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Mazda Mazda3 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.

Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,070

Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3   
Difference: $727

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,253

Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3   
Difference: $1,298

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelEclipseMazda3
TrimGS SportMazdaSpeed3
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $24,699 $22,440
Base Invoice $23,657 $20,991
Accessory Package 229  
Body kit 999  
All-weather floor mats 75 60
Grand Touring Package   1,715
CD changer, in-dash   500
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   175
Bright-finished fuel door   100
Satellite radio   430
Accessory Package 169  
Body kit 875  
All-weather floor mats 55 48
Grand Touring Package   1,600
CD changer, in-dash   400
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   140
Bright-finished fuel door   80
Satellite radio   344
Options (change) 1,303 2,980
Options (change) 1,099 2,612
Destination 795 650
Total Price $26,797 $26,070
Total Invoice $25,551 $24,253

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 Mitsubishi Eclipse dealer quotes or Mazda Mazda3 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: Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $47
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $650
Model Year20122008
ModelEclipseMazda3
TrimGS SportMazdaSpeed3
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine162hp I4263hp I4
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG18/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)650, 9222, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18215/45-18
Total Price$26,797$26,070
Adjustments for Features-6800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,117$26,070
Total Invoice$25,551$24,253
Adjustments for Features-6480
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,903$24,253

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20122008
ModelEclipseMazda3
TrimGS SportMazdaSpeed3
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Larger rear spoiler$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
No leather in second row$-300 
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$3,575$2,895
Value of Feature Adjustments$680$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6480

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20122008
ModelEclipseMazda3
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.4 in103.9 in
Length180.4 in176.6 in
Width72.2 in69.1 in
Height53.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,609 lb.3,041 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.2 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom34.6 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.2 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room44.4 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom29.2 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.7 ft317.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.743.8 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 MazdaSpeed3

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Trip computer150No
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Partial leather seating sufaces450Yes
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115056%
Total Not Requested90044%

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 Hatchbacks and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mitsubishi models.