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Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,160

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $8,035

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,358

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $8,583

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152008
ModelBeetleMazda3
TrimR-Lines
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $25,450 $18,025
Base Invoice $24,433 $16,873
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package 5,925  
Grand Touring Package   1,970
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.   1,335
Navigation system   1,750
Satellite radio   430
Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package 5,688  
Grand Touring Package   1,838
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.   1,148
Navigation system   1,505
Satellite radio   344
Options (change) 5,925 5,485
Options (change) 5,688 4,835
Destination 820 650
Total Price $32,195 $24,160
Total Invoice $30,941 $22,358

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,920
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,511
Model Year20152008
ModelBeetleMazda3
TrimR-Lines
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine210hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionM6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9222, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-19205/50-17
Total Price$32,195$24,160
Adjustments for Features-1,1150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,080$24,160
Total Invoice$30,941$22,358
Adjustments for Features-1,0720
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,869$22,358

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20152008
ModelBeetleMazda3
TrimR-Lines
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Rearview camera$200 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Boost gauge$75 
Cornering lights$50 
Heated mirrors$25 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Leather door panel trim$250 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,465$1,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,115$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,0720

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20152008
ModelBeetleMazda3
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase100.0 in103.9 in
Length168.4 in176.6 in
Width71.2 in69.1 in
Height58.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,013 lb.2,809 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.0 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom31.4 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.4 ft317.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		29.9 ft343.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Beetle vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line

Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
235/40HR19 tires400No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Rear cross-traffic collision interventionNo
Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Proximity key250No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested310060%
Total Not Requested202540%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested225069%
Total Not Requested100031%
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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