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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,870

Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport   
Difference: $2,904

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,219

Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport   
Difference: $2,432

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152006
ModelMX-5 MiataForester
TrimSport2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Base Price $23,970 $27,895
Base Invoice $22,671 $26,005
Convenience Package 1,080  
CD changer, in-dash 500  
Cargo net 50 46
All-weather floor mats 50 55
Rear spoiler 400 353
4-speed automatic   800
Convenience Package 928  
CD changer, in-dash 400  
Cargo net 40 30
All-weather floor mats 40 33
Rear spoiler 320 230
4-speed automatic   728
Options (change) 2,080 1,254
Options (change) 1,728 1,021
Destination 820 625
Total Price $26,870 $29,774
Total Invoice $25,219 $27,651

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $271
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $517
Model Year20152006
ModelMX-5 MiataForester
TrimSport2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Engine167hp I4230hp H4
TransmissionM5A4
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/28 MPG21/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16215/60-16
Total Price$26,870$29,774
Adjustments for Features0-3,175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,870$26,599
Total Invoice$25,219$27,651
Adjustments for Features0-2,949
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,219$24,702

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20152006
ModelMX-5 MiataForester
TrimSport2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
4-speed automatic $800
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist$50 
Roll bar$200 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Traction control$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Intermittent wipers$0 
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Convertible top$3000 
Hood scoop $100
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors $25
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar 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$4,300$7,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,175
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,949

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Forester features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20152006
ModelMX-5 MiataForester
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Wheelbase91.7 in99.4 in
Length157.3 in176.6 in
Width67.7 in68.3 in
Height49.0 in65.0 in
Curb Weight2,447 lb.3,350 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		5.3 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		5.357.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Subaru Forester specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150No
Outside temperature display50Yes
Total Requested70072%
Total Not Requested27528%

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