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Hyundai Sonata vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison

Hyundai Sonata vs Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison:
Hyundai Sonata vs Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison:

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For the Hyundai Sonata vs. Mazda Mazda3 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Sonata vs. Mazda3 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Sonata and Mazda3 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mazda Mazda3 s's price is $2,570 lower than the Hyundai Sonata Limited's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Sonata vs. Mazda3 Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Mazda Mazda3 s, the Hyundai Sonata Limited includes additional features worth $1730. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $1730 adjustment for the Hyundai Sonata Limited's additional features, the Mazda Mazda3 s is $2,570 less than the Mazda Mazda3 s.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,570
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,649
Model Year20102008
ModelSonataMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine249hp V6156hp I4
TransmissionT5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/29 MPG22/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers360, 7222, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17205/50-17
Total Price28,84024,540
Adjustments for Features-1,7300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price27,11024,540
Total Invoice26,92622,662
Adjustments for Features-1,6150
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice25,31122,662

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Invoice Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Mazda Mazda3

Price Comparison (MSRP): Hyundai Sonata vs. Mazda Mazda3

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.

Lowest Total Price: Mazda Mazda3 s
Difference: 4,300
Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
Difference: 4,264
Model Year20102008
ModelSonataMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price24,55017,535
Base Invoice22,95916,416
Floor mats90 
Cargo net5040
Cargo mat9040
Cargo tray9050
Navigation system1,2501,750
3.3L V62,000 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,335
Grand Touring Package 2,460
Universal garage door opener 75
Satellite radio 430
Floor mats 0
Cargo net 32
Cargo mat 32
Cargo tray 40
Navigation system 1,505
3.3L V6 0
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140
Moonroof and Bose Pkg. 1,148
Grand Touring Package 2,295
Universal garage door opener 60
Satellite radio 344
Total options3,5706,355
Total options3,2475,596
Destination720650
Total Price28,84024,540
Total Invoice26,92622,662

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20102008
ModelSonataMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
iPod integration$150 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Body kit $350
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$2,900$1,170
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,730$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,6150

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20102008
ModelSonataMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in103.9 in
Length188.9 in178.3 in
Width72.1 in69.1 in
Height58.0 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.2,758 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.4 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.3 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom37.4 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft311.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
s

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass25Yes
Total Requested175100%
Total Not Requested00%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated300Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Body kit350No
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested127546%
Total Not Requested152554%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Hyundai Sonata

Price of the Hyundai Sonata: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Currently a good lease deal on the sport version with turbo.
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very competitively priced. I saved $3000 when compared to a camry or accord with similiar features.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Best car for the money.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Best bang for your $$$. Test drove comparable Accord and Camry and they were at least $2000 higher with less options.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Cheep car.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Always great incenstives. 0% financing or cash back. That combined with the low price to begin with, hard to beat.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Price is 2-5K lower for comperable competitors, Malibu, Toyota, etc
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Heavy dealer discounting gets you a fully loaded 6 cyl. Sonata Limited at the same price as a base 4 cyl. Accord or Camry.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This car currently has the lowest price point for a mid size car with the electronic stability control, front, side and curtain front and rear air bags all standard. A 5 year 60,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and 10 year 100,000 mile warranty too.
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
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2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Compared to the Accord or Camry, the Sonata cost considerably less even though it has a longer list of standard features.
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Its price was lower than comparable sedans for the features that the Sonata offers.
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Cost less than the camry and in my mind just as good if not better
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Thousands less than the Camry
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
bought used, paid cash, cheap to own, excellent value
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
For Mid size car this was the best price
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
I bought mine at a dealer auction, repo, 11270 miles, for ~ 60% of what a new one would have cost.
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
For all of the standard features on the SE, such as V6, fog lights, 17in wheels, ESC, and side airbags, there is no greater value out there. I feel like I own a $30K car for only $20K. After the rebate, I was out less than some base model cars.
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3-$5000 cheaper then competitve offerings from Honda, Toyota and Nissan.
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Many safety features (airbag, vehicle stability control) standard resulting in substantial savings
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good discounts and excellent dealer combined to make this a great offer.
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Price is low and you get ALOT
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Best value in class.
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
best bang for buck, period.
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
cheap cheap cheap!
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It was 5k less than an Accord, what else is there to add.
2006 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Really compared to its competitors
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
0% financing
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Best value in its class by far. Excellent price, drive a near-luxury car for less than $20k.
2003 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.7L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It met our budget at the time.
Price of the Hyundai Sonata: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Dealer was not willing to negotiate at all. Such is often the problem with a brand new model that is high in demand.
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too expensive for what they represent (cheap and low class)

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mazda Mazda3

Price of the Mazda Mazda3: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Well priced, very reasonable, plus they often have 0% financing.
2010 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
When doing my research prior to purchasing a new vehicle, the Mazda very quickly rose to the top as the value leader in the segment. It offers a ton of higher-end standard features, such as auto headlgihts, rain-sensing wipers, and bluetooth standard for a price lower than most of its competitors.
2010 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Super cheap.
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Compared to the Rallyart Sportback and the WRX wagon, you get a lot for your money.
2010 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lot of features available for the price ... got nice leather seats for less money than I had in my Toyota SUV.
2010 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This car is dirt cheap, even with a fair amount of options it comes out to be in the low 20s.
2010 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great value for price.
2009 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It was a better value and deal.
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
When I bought the vehicle, I felt like I got a lot of car for the money - especially in the performance department.
2009 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Very cheap... I bought an 09 brand new off the lot that was fitted with 18" chrome rims and Mazdaspeed exhaust and cold-air intake. All of that was added from the dealer and it still only cost me $360/month. And that is in CANADA...Unbelievable deal
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Affordable car compared to comparable performance vehicles.
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Low and reasonable. Best bang for your buck.
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
As far as bang for the buck, $22,205 gets you a brand new serious pocket rocket with surprising comfort, utility, and good looks as well.
2008 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
CHEAP!
2007 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The price was great which is why I bought it. The GT is a great deal. I got S-Plan pricing, so it was an even better deal.
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Normally, performance comes with a big price tag; not this one.
2007 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Best bang for the buck among competitors.
2007 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Decent pricing, but still higher than Hyundai.
2007 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Excellent value for the money.
2007 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Price/option was a win over the Civic.
2006 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Competitive price for Japanese made car
2006 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
A new, well equipped S model comes in well below $20000. This compares well with other cars in its class with similar features and performance.
2006 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The vehicle is priced very well in its segment considering its strengths and overall quality.
2006 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Mazda has priced the mazda 3 to be competative with other cars in the same class.
2005 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Dealer agreed to what I was offering which was way too less :)
2005 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
they were low
2005 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
It cost slightly less than a contemporary Civic or Corolla, but offered vastly better performance, handling, and features for the money. I found it comparable to an Acura TSX, for $10,000 less.
2005 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I was able to purchase my car with ABS, side airbags, auto trans, sunroof, 6 speaker stereo, 17" wheels, the aforementioned nice interior, and 2.3L motor for under $20k, which seemed like a good value to me.
2004 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Priced well for the value, especially used.
Price of the Mazda Mazda3: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The price difference between this and the Elantra is a few thousand dollars when looking at features. When adding extended warranties, the gap widens.
2010 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Another dealership would not even consider discounting the 2010 Mazda 3, only offering incentives on remaining 2009 models.
2010 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Decent value, but too expensive considering the drivetrain problems I have experienced.
2009 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
high price of car and interest
2009 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Discounts are harder to come by than other brands, particularly domestic automakers due to the popularity of the 3.
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have no complaints about price or payments. Car is best buy for the performance and a blast to drive. Overall cost may be excessive for some if not interested in handling and performance. Also, car requires premium fuel.
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Price was too high for the features that came with it
2007 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It certainly cost less than the TSX, but for the $3-5k difference, I got a LOT more than that value in performance, handling, features, craftsmanship... This was one of my biggest deciding factors.
2006 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It came out more than 5k higher than the Elantra, cash purchase price. (My wife and I always pay cash).

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