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Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,940

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $11,355

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,602

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $10,757

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220082008
ModelXterraMazda3Mazda3
TrimPRO-4XsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $30,370 $18,025 $22,440
Base Invoice $28,454 $16,873 $20,991
Cargo cover 100    
Touring Package   500  
CD changer, in-dash   500 500
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   175 175
Cargo net   40 40
Rear bumper protector   50 50
Cargo cover 80    
Touring Package   467  
CD changer, in-dash   400 400
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   140 140
Cargo net   32 32
Rear bumper protector   40 40
Options (change) 100 1,265 765
Options (change) 80 1,079 612
Destination 825 650 650
Total Price $31,295 $19,940 $23,855
Total Invoice $29,359 $18,602 $22,253

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,858
Model Year201220082008
ModelXterraMazda3Mazda3
TrimPRO-4XsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine261hp V6156hp I4263hp I4
TransmissionM6M5M6
Drivetrain4WD, PT w/4LFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)380, 9?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/75-16205/50-17215/45-18
Total Price$31,295$19,940$23,855
Adjustments for Features-3,0900-1,225
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,205$19,940$22,630
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,690
Total Invoice$29,359$18,602$22,253
Adjustments for Features-2,8990-1,143
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,460$18,602$21,110
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,508

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Features Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year201220082008
ModelXterraMazda3Mazda3
TrimPRO-4XsMazdaSpeed3
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150
5-speed manual $0 
4WD, part-time w/low range$1700  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Full-size spare tire$225  
Rollover sensor$50  
Temporary spare tire $150$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
Intermittent wipers $0$0
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Lockable rear differential$150  
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler $200$200
Skid plates$150  
Tow hook(s), front$40  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Light bar$150  
Outside temperature display $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Folding passenger seat$150  
Heated front seats  $200
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires$0  
Alloy wheels $350$350
Machined alloy wheels$350  
Off-road suspension (upgrade)$0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
White-letter tires$0  
Total Value of Features$4,240$1,150$2,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,090$0$1,225
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,8990-1,143

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20122008
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 Weight4,144 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

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

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

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%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%

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%

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