Toyota Solara Toyota Solara 2008 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Toyota Solara vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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

Toyota Solara vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,885

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $4,088

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,708

Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring   
Difference: $2,007

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelSolaraMazda3
TrimSLE V6s Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,155 $24,745
Base Invoice $24,438 $23,673
Stability control 650  
Floor mats 184  
Navigation system 1,300  
Satellite radio 449  
Xenon HID headlights 515  
Cargo net   60
Cargo mat   70
Universal garage door opener   125
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,050
Stability control 559  
Floor mats 112  
Navigation system 1,115  
Satellite radio 359  
Xenon HID headlights 412  
Cargo net   48
Cargo mat   50
Universal garage door opener   100
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,002
Options (change) 3,098 1,305
Options (change) 2,557 1,200
Destination 720 835
Total Price $30,973 $26,885
Total Invoice $27,715 $25,708

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Toyota Solara dealer quotes or Mazda Mazda3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,038
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,872
Model Year20082016
ModelSolaraMazda3
TrimSLE V6s Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine210hp V6184hp I4
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/27 MPG28/39 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/45-18
Total Price$30,973$26,885
Adjustments for Features0-1,950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,973$24,935
Total Invoice$27,715$25,708
Adjustments for Features0-1,865
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,715$23,843

Return to top

Features Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082016
ModelSolaraMazda3
TrimSLE V6s Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional) $0
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Compass$0 
Digital instruments $0
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,775$3,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,950
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,865

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082016
ModelSolaraMazda3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in106.3 in
Length192.5 in180.3 in
Width71.5 in70.7 in
Height56.1 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.3,001 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.4 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in54.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.8 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume13.8 ft312.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Coupes and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Toyota models.