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Mercury Mariner 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.
Mercury Mariner vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,905 Mercury Mariner Premier | ||
| Difference: $721 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,200 Mercury Mariner Premier | ||
| Difference: $837 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Mariner | Forester |
| Trim | Premier | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $24,765 | $29,895 |
| Base Invoice | $23,006 | $27,992 |
| Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg. | 195 | |
| Amenities Package | 590 | |
| Heating Package | 295 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,000 |
| Moon and Tune Package | 795 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 69 |
| Remote start | 345 | 432 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 395 | 468 |
| 3.0L V6 | 1,000 | |
| AWD | 1,750 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 78 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 195 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | |
| Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg. | 166 | |
| Amenities Package | 502 | |
| Heating Package | 251 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 888 |
| Moon and Tune Package | 676 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 47 | 39 |
| Remote start | 293 | 324 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 336 | 351 |
| 3.0L V6 | 910 | |
| AWD | 1,592 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 51 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 117 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | |
| Options (change) | 7,415 | 2,956 |
| Options (change) | 6,469 | 2,270 |
| Destination | 725 | 775 |
| Total Price | $32,905 | $33,626 |
| Total Invoice | $30,200 | $31,037 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $564 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $349 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Mariner | Forester |
| Trim | Premier | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 240hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | A6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 320, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $32,905 | $33,626 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,285 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,905 | $32,341 |
| Total Invoice | $30,200 | $31,037 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,186 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,200 | $29,851 |
Features Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Mariner | Forester |
| Trim | Premier | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,075 | $6,360 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,285 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,186 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Mariner | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 175.2 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,549 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.6 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 49.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner Premier
| Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 57% |
| Amenities Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 575 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Moon and Tune Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 28% |
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 |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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