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Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,020

Mazda Mazda3 Premium   
Difference: $3,146

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152020
ModelWRXWRXMazda3
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedPremium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,995 $38,495 $26,500
Cargo net 55 55 50
Cargo tray 71 71 75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165 325
Universal garage door opener 85 85  
Door sill trim plates     125
Cargo net 36 36 40
Cargo tray 46 46 60
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107 260
Universal garage door opener 56 56  
Door sill trim plates     100
Options (change) 376 376 575
Options (change) 245 245 460
Destination 795 795 945
Total Price $31,166 $39,666 $28,020

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,946
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,007
Model Year201520152020
ModelWRXWRXMazda3
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedPremium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp H4305hp H4186hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6440, 9?, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17245/40-18215/45-18
Total Price$31,166$39,666$28,020
Adjustments for Features0-1,625-2,800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,166$38,041$25,220
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,875$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year201520152020
ModelWRXWRXMazda3
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedPremium
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed  $850
Cruise control$150$150 
Proximity key  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150
Following distance indicator  $25
Forward collision warning  $200
G-vectoring control  $100
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Lane departure warning  $200
Lane keeping assist  $400
Pedestrian detection  $50
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 
Body kit$0$0 
Front splitter spoiler$200$200 
Hood scoop$100$100 
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Rear spoiler$200  
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
Apple CarPlay support  $100
CD player$125$125 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Voice control for audio system  $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200
Boost gauge$75$75 
Compass$0$0 
Fog lights$125$125 
Head-up display (HUD)  $350
Heated mirrors$25$25 
LED headlights  $1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750 
Steering-linked headlights  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Metal pedals$75$75 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$4,175$5,800$6,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,625$2,800
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,532-140

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20152020
ModelWRXMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in107.3 in
Length180.9 in183.5 in
Width70.7 in70.7 in
Height58.1 in56.9 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.3,072 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in53.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in50.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft313.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 Premium

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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