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Pontiac Solstice vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Pontiac Solstice vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,430

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,565

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,994

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $6,336

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008
ModelSolsticeSolsticeMazda3
TrimBaseGXPs
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,455 $28,135 $17,535
Base Invoice $21,220 $26,588 $16,416
Convenience Package 395    
Preferred Package 625    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 895    
Floor mats 80    
Rear spoiler 275 275 325
CD changer, in-dash 295 295 500
Monsoon 225W 7 speakers 395 395  
Air conditioning 960 960  
Touring Package     990
Satellite radio     430
Convenience Package 352    
Preferred Package 556    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 797    
Floor mats 71    
Rear spoiler 245 245 260
CD changer, in-dash 263 263 400
Monsoon 225W 7 speakers 352 352  
Air conditioning 854 854  
Touring Package     924
Satellite radio     344
Options (change) 3,920 1,925 2,245
Options (change) 3,490 1,714 1,928
Destination 620 620 650
Total Price $26,995 $30,680 $20,430
Total Invoice $25,330 $28,922 $18,994

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Pontiac Solstice vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,100
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,763
Model Year200820082008
ModelSolsticeSolsticeMazda3
TrimBaseGXPs
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4260hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)225, 7225, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/45-18205/50-17
Total Price$26,995$30,680$20,430
Adjustments for Features0-750-1,535
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,995$29,930$18,895
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,935$0
Total Invoice$25,330$28,922$18,994
Adjustments for Features0-707-1,427
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,330$28,215$17,567
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,885$0

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Features Comparison: Pontiac Solstice vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year200820082008
ModelSolsticeSolsticeMazda3
TrimBaseGXPs
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Brake assist  $50
Front side airbags  $350
Side curtain airbags  $350
Temporary spare tire  $150
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0
Intermittent wipers  $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside moldings  $75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Boost gauge $75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates $100 
Folding second row seats  $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Polished alloy wheels $350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,000$1,750$2,535
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$750$1,535
Value of Feature Adjustments0-707-1,427

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Specifications Comparison: Pontiac Solstice vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082008
ModelSolsticeMazda3
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase95.1 in103.9 in
Length157.2 in178.3 in
Width71.3 in69.1 in
Height50.1 in57.7 in
Curb Weight2,861 lb.2,759 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.4 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
2.1 ft311.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
5.4 ft311.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Pontiac Solstice

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Preferred Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors150Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alarm100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Total Requested90088%
Total Not Requested12512%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Body kit0No
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%

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