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Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,955

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $2,223

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,660

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $2,139

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122009
ModelMazda6Forester
Trims Grand Touring2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $29,810 $28,195
Base Invoice $28,146 $26,409
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 183
Rear spoiler 400  
Cargo net 40 46
All-weather floor mats 78 69
Universal garage door opener 75 82
Remote start 350 432
Satellite radio 430 453
Navigation system 2,000 1,800
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 119
Rear spoiler 320  
Cargo net 32 30
All-weather floor mats 62 39
Universal garage door opener 60 54
Remote start 280 324
Satellite radio 344 340
Navigation system 1,600 1,650
Options (change) 3,573 3,065
Options (change) 2,858 2,556
Destination 795 695
Total Price $34,178 $31,955
Total Invoice $31,799 $29,660

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,163
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,940
Model Year20122009
ModelMazda6Forester
Trims Grand Touring2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine272hp V6224hp H4
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/27 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)333, 10140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$34,178$31,955
Adjustments for Features0-1,940
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,178$30,015
Total Invoice$31,799$29,660
Adjustments for Features0-1,801
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,799$27,859

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122009
ModelMazda6Forester
Trims Grand Touring2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop $100
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$3,330$5,270
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,940
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,801

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122009
ModelMazda6Forester
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase109.8 in103.0 in
Length193.7 in179.5 in
Width72.4 in70.1 in
Height57.9 in65.9 in
Curb Weight3,547 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.6 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.668.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
A/V input jacks25No
Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested60062%
Total Not Requested37538%

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