Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2009 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

Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,425

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $4,485

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,570

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $4,478

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092008
ModelXterraMazda3
TrimSEs
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $27,340 $18,025
Base Invoice $25,620 $16,873
Technology Package 0  
Cargo cover 85  
Floor mats 115  
Portable navigation system 590  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   175
Cargo net   40
Satellite radio   430
Rear bumper protector   50
Navigation system   1,750
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.   1,335
Grand Touring Package   1,970
Technology Package 0  
Cargo cover 63  
Floor mats 84  
Portable navigation system 501  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   140
Cargo net   32
Satellite radio   344
Rear bumper protector   40
Navigation system   1,505
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.   1,148
Grand Touring Package   1,838
Options (change) 790 5,750
Options (change) 648 5,047
Destination 780 650
Total Price $28,910 $24,425
Total Invoice $27,048 $22,570

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 Xterra 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 Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,615
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,598
Model Year20092008
ModelXterraMazda3
TrimSEs
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine261hp V6156hp I4
TransmissionA5M5
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)380, 9222, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/65-17205/50-17
Total Price$28,910$24,425
Adjustments for Features0-130
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,910$24,295
Total Invoice$27,048$22,570
Adjustments for Features0-120
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,048$22,450

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20092008
ModelXterraMazda3
TrimSEs
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
5-speed manual $0
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Full-size spare tire$225 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack$300 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Small cargo box, roof-mounted$75 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Rear spoiler $200
Skid plate (one)$50 
Sunroof $900
Tow hook(s), front$40 
Tubular side steps$350 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Navigation system $600
Portable navigation system$400 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Outside temperature display $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated front seats $200
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
White-letter tires$0 
Total Value of Features$3,390$3,520
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$130
Value of Feature Adjustments0-120

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20092008
ModelXterraMazda3
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in103.9 in
Length178.7 in176.6 in
Width72.8 in69.1 in
Height74.9 in57.7 in
Curb Weight4,151 lb.2,809 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.3 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		35.2 ft317.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		65.7 ft343.8 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra SE

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 380W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50Yes
Total Requested62558%
Total Not Requested45042%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Total Requested20014%
Total Not Requested125086%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200No
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested155048%
Total Not Requested170052%

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 SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.