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Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,185 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $4,155 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,018 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $3,009 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Model | RX-8 | Forester |
| Trim | Base (automatic) | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,435 | $29,995 |
| Base Invoice | $24,458 | $28,084 |
| Shinka Package | 6,885 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 1,000 |
| All-weather floor mats | 60 | 69 |
| Cargo net | 40 | 48 |
| Rear spoiler | 360 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Shinka Package | 5,923 | |
| Navigation system | 1,721 | 888 |
| All-weather floor mats | 45 | 39 |
| Cargo net | 32 | 31 |
| Rear spoiler | 288 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Options (change) | 9,345 | 1,395 |
| Options (change) | 8,009 | 1,139 |
| Destination | 560 | 795 |
| Total Price | $36,340 | $32,185 |
| Total Invoice | $33,027 | $30,018 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,500 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,129 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Model | RX-8 | Forester |
| Trim | Base (automatic) | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 212hp R2 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/25 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 9 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $36,340 | $32,185 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,345 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,340 | $28,840 |
| Total Invoice | $33,027 | $30,018 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,120 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,027 | $26,898 |
Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Model | RX-8 | Forester |
| Trim | Base (automatic) | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $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 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,940 | $7,285 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,120 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Model | RX-8 | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 169.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,075 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 48.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Base (automatic)
| Shinka Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Paint, special | 0 | No |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | 15 | No |
| Comfort suspension (upgrade) | 0 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 4050 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 2015 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 14% |
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