MSRP on Mazda3?

Thinking about trading in my Protege for the Mazda3 when it comes out. Any idea on what the MSRP is on the 3 here in the states?

Thanks

Don't think anything is release yet.
From what I've been told, the same prices for the Canadian Mazda Protege will apply to the Mazda 3 when it comes out.

Hello everyone...new to the board, and am anxiously awaiting the arrival of the 3 at some local dealerships. Somewhere on this forum (I think), there was a mention of a NJ dealer - Maple Shade Mazda - that listed incoming Mazda 3 inventory on their website (www.msmazda.com - you have to click on the Protege - the Mazda 3 listings are down the page.) I sent an e-mail requesting pricing info and got a quick reply from their internet manager (don't remember his name). I asked for MSRP on the following two cars:

2004 Mazda 3 S Sedan 5-Speed, AC, Stereo/6 CD Changer, Power Steering, Power Brakes, 4 cyl, Power Windows, Power Mirrors, Power Locks, Moonroof,
Sport Pkg.COLOR -Sunlight Silver Metallic REF# *3179

MSRP $18205

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2004 Mazda 3 Hatchback 5 Speed, AC, Stereo/6 CD Changer, Power Steering, Power Brakes, 4 cyl, Power Windows, Power Mirrors, Power Locks, Moonroof,
ABS w/Side Airbags. COLOR -Sunlight Silver Metallic REF# *3174

MSRP $19005

I also asked if they would be prepared to deal on these prices, and the response was "too early to say". They expect the cars sometime in mid-late October.

This is going to be really tough - also considering an 04' Jetta Wagon TDI (I know what you're thinking...a diesel??) but for 04', the TDI gets bumped to 100hp and 177lb ft of torque(!)... AND almost 60MPG!!! But then again the new 3 looks so promising...and more sporting than the VW. Decisions, decisions...

The one advantage I see in the 3 vs the Jetta is a more sporting ride, and a better price to content ratio. Also I believe the Mazda dealer network is much better. This coming from a current VW owner.

I emailed Mazda a few days ago asking when the Mazda3 will come out & for how much. Well I got a reply today. Here ya go:

Hi Johnny!

Thank you for contacting Mazda North American Operations. I appreciate
the opportunity to respond to you.

The new MAZDA3 is expected to be released to the Mazda dealerships in
December of this year. The cost of the vehicle will very comparable to
the current Proteg, which is approximately $15,000.

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that does it, i will be trading in my protege