Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison
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Summary
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For the Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Lancer vs. Mazda3 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Lancer and Mazda3 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 $16,112 lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 16,112 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 14,803 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Lancer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Evolution MR | s Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 291hp I4 | 167hp I4 |
| Transmission | S6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/22 MPG | 20/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 710, 9 | 265, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 205/50-17 |
| Total Price | 43,912 | 25,205 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,595 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 41,317 | 25,205 |
| Total Invoice | 41,227 | 23,988 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,436 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 38,791 | 23,988 |
Invoice Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3The 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring | ||
| Difference: 18,707 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring | ||
| Difference: 17,239 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Lancer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Evolution MR | s Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 38,990 | 22,900 |
| Base Invoice | 36,748 | 21,901 |
| Touring Package | 2,000 | |
| Cargo mat | 89 | 50 |
| Sunroof wind deflector | 89 | 60 |
| Navigation system | 1,999 | |
| Tech Package | 1,400 | |
| Touring Package | 0 | |
| Cargo mat | 40 | |
| Sunroof wind deflector | 48 | |
| Navigation system | 0 | |
| Tech Package | 1,204 | |
| Total options | 4,177 | 1,510 |
| Total options | 3,734 | 1,292 |
| Destination | 745 | 795 |
| Total Price | 43,912 | 25,205 |
| Total Invoice | 41,227 | 23,988 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Lancer | Mazda3 |
| Trim | Evolution MR | s Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $350 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Adjustable center differential | $275 | |
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Limited-slip front differential | $275 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,420 | $2,825 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,595 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,436 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Lancer | Mazda3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 180.0 in | 180.9 in |
| Width | 69.4 in | 69.1 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,517 lb. | 3,024 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.6 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Evolution MR
| Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Sound insulation, additional | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
s Grand Touring
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 49% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mitsubishi Lancer
| Price of the Mitsubishi Lancer: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Was a little higher than I wanted but got the Price to where I could go new rather than used. Payments at $200 mo. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Thousands less than other cars I looked at with comparable features. Was interested in a car with paddle shifting. Looked at Acura TSX, Lexus IS 250, Mazda 6 and others. Got car for under dealer invoice. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Good price for gts with navi 23800 sticker payed 21000 less 1000 rebate |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Good, got it for 2.5k under MSRP. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 152-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
I paid $19,500 for a fully loaded Lancer GTS - easily beating what that could have cost me in a fully-loaded Civic (with less features). |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It had 0% for 5 years and I liked that. |
| Price of the Mitsubishi Lancer: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 152-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
At the time Aug. 2009 I paid out the door $30,500 canadian, no flexibility in price negotiations but to be fair it was new to Canada. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 291hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Nothing, but would of bought instead if I knew they were going to offer 0% financing a month later. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mazda Mazda3
| Price of the Mazda Mazda3: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It was a better value and deal. |
| 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 |
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. |
| 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. |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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). |
