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Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,665

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $2,989

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,832

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $3,303

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220122006
ModelLancerLancerLancerMazda3
TrimGTRalliartEvolution MRs
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,845 $27,995 $37,695 $16,880
Base Invoice $19,007 $26,813 $36,105 $15,805
Touring Package 3,550 3,350 2,150  
Cargo mat 89 89 89 40
All-weather floor mats 80 80 80 60
Navigation system 2,295 2,295 2,295 1,750
Premium Package     2,000  
Grand Touring Package       2,285
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.       1,335
Satellite radio       430
Rear spoiler       325
Touring Package 3,159 2,982 1,914  
Cargo mat 59 59 59 32
All-weather floor mats 65 65 65 48
Navigation system 2,050 2,050 2,050 1,505
Premium Package     1,780  
Grand Touring Package       2,130
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.       1,148
Satellite radio       344
Rear spoiler       260
Options (change) 6,014 5,814 6,614 6,225
Options (change) 5,333 5,156 5,868 5,467
Destination 795 795 795 560
Total Price $26,654 $34,604 $45,104 $23,665
Total Invoice $25,135 $32,764 $42,768 $21,832

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,074
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,440
Model Year2012201220122006
ModelLancerLancerLancerMazda3
TrimGTRalliartEvolution MRs
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine168hp I4237hp I4291hp I4160hp I4
TransmissionM5S6S6M5
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)710, 9710, 9710, 9222, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18215/45-18245/40-18205/50-17
Total Price$26,654$34,604$45,104$23,665
Adjustments for Features-915-4,990-4,7650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,739$29,614$40,339$23,665
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,875$14,600$0
Total Invoice$25,135$32,764$42,768$21,832
Adjustments for Features-863-4,725-4,5180
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,272$28,039$38,250$21,832
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,767$13,978$0

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year2012201220122006
ModelLancerLancerLancerMazda3
TrimGTRalliartEvolution MRs
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  $0
6-speed automated manual $1100$1100 
FWD$0  $0
AWD $1700$1700 
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 $0
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Rearview camera$200$200  
Stability control$400$400$400 
Traction control$100$100$100 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential  $500 
Adjustable center differential $275$275 
Limited-slip front differential $500$500 
Limited-slip rear differential $300  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings   $75
Hood scoop $100$100 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0 
Media drive$15$15$15 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Traffic information$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors  $25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50 
Folding second row seats$300$300 $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100 
Total Value of Features$1,965$6,040$5,815$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$915$4,990$4,765$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-863-4,725-4,5180

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

Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20122006
ModelLancerMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in103.9 in
Length180.0 in178.3 in
Width69.4 in69.1 in
Height58.7 in57.7 in
Curb Weight2,933 lb.2,759 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.3 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume11.6 ft311.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer GT

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers25Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Total Requested282579%
Total Not Requested75021%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers25Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Total Requested262578%
Total Not Requested75022%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25No
Sound insulation, additional0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers25Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Total Requested212599%
Total Not Requested251%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Additional chrome trim0No
Special exterior trim0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20020%
Total Not Requested80080%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tire-pressure monitor75Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Body kit0Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested295086%
Total Not Requested50014%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

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