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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison

Mazda Mazda3 vs Ford Explorer Price Comparison:
Mazda Mazda3 vs Ford Explorer Price Comparison:

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For the Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Mazda3 vs. Explorer Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Mazda3 and Explorer will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring's price is $8,675 lower than the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Mazda3 vs. Explorer 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 Grand Touring, the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer includes additional features worth $3700. 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 $3700 adjustment for the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's additional features, the Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring is $8,675 less than the Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 8,675
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 7,214
Model Year201220082008
ModelMazda3ExplorerExplorer
Trims Grand TouringEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine167hp I4292hp V8292hp V8
TransmissionT5A6A6
DrivetrainFWD4WD w/4L4WD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/29 MPG13/19 MPG13/19 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers265, 10190, 7190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17245/65-17235/65-18
Total Price26,28038,65540,010
Adjustments for Features0-3,700-4,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price26,28034,95535,860
Cost Above Minimum00905
Total Invoice24,96635,58636,967
Adjustments for Features0-3,406-3,834
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice24,96632,18033,133
Cost Above Minimum00953

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Invoice Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer

Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer

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

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Lowest Total Price: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
Difference: 12,375
Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
Difference: 10,620
Model Year201220082008
ModelMazda3ExplorerExplorer
Trims Grand TouringEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price23,40029,24532,395
Base Invoice22,37827,27330,178
Auto-dimming rearview mirror200  
Rear bumper protector50  
All-weather floor mats805555
Bright-finished fuel door100110110
Satellite radio430  
Remote start350385385
Universal garage door opener75  
5-speed shiftable automatic800  
Sun and Sirius Package 560560
Luxury Package 1,290 
4.6L V8 1,3101,310
Cargo cover 9090
Navigation system 1,9951,995
Audiophile Package 510 
4WD w/low range 2,3202,325
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 00
Rear bumper protector 00
All-weather floor mats 4747
Bright-finished fuel door 7373
Satellite radio 00
Remote start 326326
Universal garage door opener 00
5-speed shiftable automatic 00
Sun and Sirius Package 476476
Luxury Package 1,0970
4.6L V8 1,1921,192
Cargo cover 7777
Navigation system 1,6961,696
Audiophile Package 4330
4WD w/low range 2,1112,117
Total options2,0858,6256,830
Total options1,7937,5286,004
Destination795785785
Total Price26,28038,65540,010
Total Invoice24,96635,58636,967

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year201220082008
ModelMazda3ExplorerExplorer
Trims Grand TouringEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0  
4WD w/low range $2200$2200
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Proximity key$250  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50  
Compact spare tire$75  
Front seat active head restraints$50  
Full-size spare tire $225$225
Obstacle detection, rear  $300
Rollover sensor $100$100
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch $200$200
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150$150
Roof rails $250$250
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125$125
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
Interior air filter$25  
iPod integration $150$150
Rear air vents $100$100
SMS text-to-speech reader $50$50
Surround sound$250  
Voice control for external devices $50$50
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100
Exterior 
Body kit$350  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Rear spoiler$200  
Running boards $350$350
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $500
White-letter tires $0$0
Total Value of Features$3,275$6,975$7,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,700$4,150
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,406-3,834

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20122008
ModelMazda3Explorer
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.9 in113.7 in
Length177.4 in193.4 in
Width69.1 in73.7 in
Height57.9 in72.8 in
Curb Weight3,104 lb.4,706 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in36.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in45.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		17.0 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		17.043.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		42.8 ft383.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Eddie Bauer

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio50No
Total Requested60092%
Total Not Requested508%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated300Yes
Power fore-aft, passenger100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver200Yes
Power height, passenger100No
Power tilt, passenger100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested95069%
Total Not Requested42531%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audiophile Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

Option Package Details
Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio50No
Total Requested60092%
Total Not Requested508%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Low and reasonable. Best bang for your buck.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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		 Decent value, but too expensive considering the drivetrain problems I have experienced.
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.
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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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Explorer

Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		 With discounts it is very reasonably priced for what you get.
2006 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		 Lots of car for the money.
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 Great value. Bad for Ford, great for us.
2004 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 With the incentives, buying this SUV felt like I was getting a huge bargain. By my 5th year of ownership, I felt like I got ripped off based on the cost to maintain this vehicle.
Price of the Ford Explorer: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2002 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 Too expensive in the market compared to more reliable trucks available like Honda Pilots.

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