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Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,775

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $7,486

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,850

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $7,273

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112008
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIMazda3
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI Limiteds
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,995 $37,345 $17,535
Base Invoice $27,309 $35,285 $16,416
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 195 195 175
Cargo net 55 55 40
Universal garage door opener 85 85 75
Bodyside moldings 206 206  
Navigation system 2,000 1,800 1,750
Satellite radio   427 430
Grand Touring Package     2,460
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.     1,335
Rear spoiler     325
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 127 127 140
Cargo net 36 36 32
Universal garage door opener 55 55 60
Bodyside moldings 134 134  
Navigation system 1,737 1,565 1,505
Satellite radio   320 344
Grand Touring Package     2,295
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.     1,148
Rear spoiler     260
Options (change) 2,541 2,768 6,590
Options (change) 2,089 2,237 5,784
Destination 725 725 650
Total Price $32,261 $40,838 $24,775
Total Invoice $30,123 $38,247 $22,850

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,836
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,732
Model Year201120112008
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIMazda3
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI Limiteds
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine265hp H4305hp H4156hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M5
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10100, 10222, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17245/40-18205/50-17
Total Price$32,261$40,838$24,775
Adjustments for Features-1,650-3,3000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,611$37,538$24,775
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,927$0
Total Invoice$30,123$38,247$22,850
Adjustments for Features-1,541-3,0910
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,582$35,156$22,850
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,574$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year201120112008
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIMazda3
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI Limiteds
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0
6-speed manual $150 
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275 
Limited-slip front differential $500 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Hood scoop$100$100 
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
iPod integration$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates $100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals$75$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,600$4,250$950
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,650$3,300$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,541-3,0910

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20112008
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in103.9 in
Length180.3 in178.3 in
Width68.5 in69.1 in
Height58.1 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,076 lb.2,759 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume11.3 ft311.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Body kit0Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested245075%
Total Not Requested80025%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

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