Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2015 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2019
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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.

Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,125

Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring   
Difference: $3,399

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152019
ModelMazda3Forester
Trimi Grand TouringPremium
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $23,245 $26,695
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 175 245
Interior ambient lighting 250  
Door sill trim plates 125 53
Cargo net 60 68
Cargo tray 75 80
All-weather floor mats 100 81
Rear bumper protector 100 98
Universal garage door opener 125 120
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,050  
All Weather Package   500
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   55
Cargo cover   172
Fog lights   382
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 140 158
Interior ambient lighting 200  
Door sill trim plates 100 34
Cargo net 48 44
Cargo tray 60 52
All-weather floor mats 80 52
Rear bumper protector 80 63
Universal garage door opener 100 78
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,005  
All Weather Package   417
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   35
Cargo cover   111
Fog lights   286
Options (change) 2,060 1,854
Options (change) 1,813 1,330
Destination 820 975
Total Price $26,125 $29,524

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Mazda Mazda3 dealer quotes or Subaru Forester dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Subaru Forester Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,074
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,672
Model Year20152019
ModelMazda3Forester
Trimi Grand TouringPremium
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine155hp I4182hp H4
TransmissionT6CVT
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)30/41 MPG26/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16225/60-17
Total Price$26,125$29,524
Adjustments for Features0-1,325
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,125$28,199

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20152019
ModelMazda3Forester
Trimi Grand TouringPremium
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
CVT $1000
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Navigation system$600 
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Digital instruments$0 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Total Value of Features$3,900$5,225
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,325
Value of Feature Adjustments0-103

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20152019
ModelMazda3Forester
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in105.1 in
Length175.6 in182.1 in
Width70.7 in71.5 in
Height57.3 in67.5 in
Curb Weight2,915 lb.3,449 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.16.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.4 in57.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in39.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		20.2 ft335.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		47.1 ft376.1 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Subaru Forester specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester Premium

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
All Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested22590%
Total Not Requested2510%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.