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Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,140

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $2,255

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,405

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $2,879

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072018
ModelOptimaMazda3
TrimEXGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,395 $23,145
Base Invoice $18,045 $22,144
2.7L V6 1,005  
Sunroof 800  
Leather seating surfaces 600  
Convenience Package 700  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   325
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,050
2.7L V6 845  
Sunroof 715  
Leather seating surfaces 535  
Convenience Package 625  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   260
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,005
Options (change) 3,105 1,375
Options (change) 2,720 1,265
Destination 640 875
Total Price $23,140 $25,395
Total Invoice $21,405 $24,284

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $895
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $133
Model Year20072018
ModelOptimaMazda3
TrimEXGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine185hp V6184hp I4
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG27/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/45-18
Total Price$23,140$25,395
Adjustments for Features0-3,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,140$22,245
Total Invoice$21,405$24,284
Adjustments for Features0-3,012
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,405$21,272

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20072018
ModelOptimaMazda3
TrimEXGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
G-vectoring control $100
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Black grille (optional) $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Cassette player$50 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Digital instruments $0
Head-up display (HUD) $350
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$2,125$5,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,150
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,012

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20072018
ModelOptimaMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in106.3 in
Length186.4 in180.3 in
Width71.1 in70.7 in
Height58.3 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,287 lb.3,100 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft312.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring

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

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