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Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,405

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $1,840

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,686

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $2,475

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102017
ModelSentraMazda3
TrimSE-R Spec VGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,080 $23,145
Base Invoice $18,725 $22,144
Upgrade Package 2,200  
Mud guards 140  
Floor mats 110  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 125 175
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,050
Upgrade Package 1,908  
Mud guards 106  
Floor mats 88  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 109 140
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,002
Options (change) 2,575 1,225
Options (change) 2,211 1,142
Destination 750 875
Total Price $23,405 $25,245
Total Invoice $21,686 $24,161

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,710
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,880
Model Year20102017
ModelSentraMazda3
TrimSE-R Spec VGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4184hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG27/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/45-18
Total Price$23,405$25,245
Adjustments for Features0-4,550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,405$20,695
Total Invoice$21,686$24,161
Adjustments for Features0-4,355
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,686$19,806

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20102017
ModelSentraMazda3
TrimSE-R Spec VGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
G-vectoring control $100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional) $0
Body kit$0 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
Digital instruments $0
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,175$5,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,550
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,355

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20102017
ModelSentraMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in106.3 in
Length179.8 in180.3 in
Width70.5 in70.7 in
Height59.5 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,100 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft312.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Limited-slip front differential500No
Rearview camera200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested138062%
Total Not Requested85038%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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