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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,960 Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| Difference: $7,039 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,998 Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| Difference: $6,414 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | s | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $18,025 | $27,995 | $29,995 |
| Base Invoice | $16,873 | $26,186 | $28,084 |
| Grand Touring Package | 1,970 | ||
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,335 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 175 | 185 | 185 |
| Navigation system | 1,750 | 1,600 | 1,600 |
| Satellite radio | 430 | ||
| Remote start | 350 | 432 | 432 |
| Universal garage door opener | 75 | 93 | 93 |
| Rear bumper protector | 50 | 78 | 78 |
| Cargo tray | 50 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 60 | 69 | 69 |
| Cargo net | 40 | 48 | 48 |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | 240 | |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 1,838 | ||
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,148 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 140 | 120 | 120 |
| Navigation system | 1,505 | 1,335 | 1,335 |
| Satellite radio | 344 | ||
| Remote start | 280 | 324 | 324 |
| Universal garage door opener | 60 | 61 | 61 |
| Rear bumper protector | 40 | 51 | 51 |
| Cargo tray | 40 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 48 | 39 | 39 |
| Cargo net | 32 | 31 | 31 |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | 156 | |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,285 | 3,279 | 2,911 |
| Options (change) | 5,475 | 2,501 | 2,225 |
| Destination | 650 | 725 | 725 |
| Total Price | $24,960 | $31,999 | $33,631 |
| Total Invoice | $22,998 | $29,412 | $31,034 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,664 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,393 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | s | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 156hp I4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | M5 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 222, 7 | 140, 6 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $24,960 | $31,999 | $33,631 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,375 | -4,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,960 | $27,624 | $29,081 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,457 |
| Total Invoice | $22,998 | $29,412 | $31,034 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,021 | -4,199 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,998 | $25,391 | $26,835 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,444 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | s | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,625 | $6,000 | $6,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,375 | $4,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,021 | -4,199 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,809 lb. | 3,251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.1 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 43.8 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2450 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 25% |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 38% |
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