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Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,965

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $7,701

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,816

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $6,674

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152016
ModelWRXWRXMazda3
TrimLimitedSTI Limiteds Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,995 $38,495 $24,745
Base Invoice $28,232 $36,355 $23,673
Navigation Package 2,500 1,500  
Cargo net 55 55 60
Cargo tray 71 71 75
Universal garage door opener 85 85 125
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165  
Door sill trim plates     125
Navigation Package 2,218 1,331  
Cargo net 36 36 48
Cargo tray 46 46 60
Universal garage door opener 56 56 100
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107  
Door sill trim plates     100
Options (change) 2,876 1,876 385
Options (change) 2,463 1,576 308
Destination 795 795 835
Total Price $33,666 $41,166 $25,965
Total Invoice $31,490 $38,726 $24,816

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,301
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,364
Model Year201520152016
ModelWRXWRXMazda3
TrimLimitedSTI Limiteds Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp H4305hp H4184hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9440, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17245/40-18215/45-18
Total Price$33,666$41,166$25,965
Adjustments for Features-1,400-3,0250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,266$38,141$25,965
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,875$0
Total Invoice$31,490$38,726$24,816
Adjustments for Features-1,310-2,8460
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,180$35,880$24,816
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,700$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year201520152016
ModelWRXWRXMazda3
TrimLimitedSTI Limiteds Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
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 
Black grille (optional)  $0
Body kit$0$0 
Front splitter spoiler$200$200 
Hood scoop$100$100 
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500 
Infotainment 
Surround sound  $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75$75 
Compass$0$0 
Digital instruments  $0
Head-up display (HUD)  $350
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750 
Steering-linked headlights  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals$75$75 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$3,875$5,500$2,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,400$3,025$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,310-2,8460

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20152016
ModelWRXMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in
Length180.9 in180.3 in
Width70.7 in70.7 in
Height58.1 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.2,855 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in54.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft312.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX STI Limited

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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