Nissan Altima Nissan Altima 2008 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2016

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

Join Us

Nissan Altima 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.

Nissan Altima vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,150

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $6,830

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,958

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $5,380

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082016
ModelAltimaAltimaMazda3
Trim3.5 SE3.5 SLs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,470 $28,670 $24,745
Base Invoice $22,681 $26,565 $23,673
Premium Package 4,200    
Stability control 900 900  
Technology Package 2,000 2,000  
6-speed shiftable CVT 500    
Floor mats 175 175  
Sport Package 1,300    
Door sill trim plates 170 170 125
Rear spoiler   370  
Cargo mat     70
Universal garage door opener     125
Interior ambient lighting     250
Premium Package 3,643    
Stability control 780 780  
Technology Package 1,734 1,735  
6-speed shiftable CVT 461    
Floor mats 137 137  
Sport Package 1,127    
Door sill trim plates 134 134 100
Rear spoiler   292  
Cargo mat     50
Universal garage door opener     100
Interior ambient lighting     200
Options (change) 9,245 3,615 570
Options (change) 8,016 3,078 450
Destination 695 695 835
Total Price $34,410 $32,980 $26,150
Total Invoice $31,392 $30,338 $24,958

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 Nissan Altima 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: Nissan Altima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,365
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,952
Model Year200820082016
ModelAltimaAltimaMazda3
Trim3.5 SE3.5 SLs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine270hp V6270hp V6184hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9264, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/60-16215/45-18
Total Price$34,410$32,980$26,150
Adjustments for Features-415-4650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,995$32,515$26,150
Cost Above Minimum$1,480$0$0
Total Invoice$31,392$30,338$24,958
Adjustments for Features-379-4280
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,013$29,910$24,958
Cost Above Minimum$1,103$0$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year200820082016
ModelAltimaAltimaMazda3
Trim3.5 SE3.5 SLs Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Full-size spare tire$225$225 
Temporary spare tire  $150
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Rear air vents $100 
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional)  $0
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
App support  $0
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD player  $125
HD radio  $50
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Surround sound  $250
USB port  $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Digital instruments  $0
Head-up display (HUD)  $350
Steering-linked headlights  $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 $50
Leather door panel trim$250$250 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$2,315$2,365$1,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$415$465$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-379-4280

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082016
ModelAltimaMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in106.3 in
Length189.8 in180.3 in
Width70.7 in70.7 in
Height57.9 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,056 lb.2,855 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in54.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.5 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume17.9 ft312.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SE

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested267576%
Total Not Requested85024%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested1825100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested1225100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SL

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested925100%
Total Not Requested00%

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 Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.