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Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,281

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $244

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,230

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $42

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082010
ModelForesterForesterMX-5 Miata
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Convertible
Base Price $26,695 $27,895 $26,410
Base Invoice $24,930 $26,116 $24,400
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 42    
Cargo net 46 46 40
All-weather floor mats 55 55 45
Rear spoiler 353 353 350
Satellite radio 445 445 430
Universal garage door opener   87  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183  
Suspension Package     500
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 28    
Cargo net 30 30 32
All-weather floor mats 33 33 36
Rear spoiler 230 230 280
Satellite radio 334 334 344
Universal garage door opener   56  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119  
Suspension Package     430
Options (change) 941 1,169 1,365
Options (change) 655 802 1,122
Destination 645 645 750
Total Price $28,281 $29,709 $28,525
Total Invoice $26,230 $27,563 $26,272

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,709
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,328
Model Year200820082010
ModelForesterForesterMX-5 Miata
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Convertible
Engine173hp H4224hp H4167hp I4
TransmissionA4M5M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 7155, 7?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-17205/45-17
Total Price$28,281$29,709$28,525
Adjustments for Features-2,465-1,8250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,816$27,884$28,525
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,068$0
Total Invoice$26,230$27,563$26,272
Adjustments for Features-2,286-1,6930
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,944$25,870$26,272
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,926$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year200820082010
ModelForesterForesterMX-5 Miata
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedGrand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manual  $150
AWD$1700$1700 
RWD  $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200 
Wind blocker, small  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist  $50
Full-size spare tire$225$225 
Roll bar  $200
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75 
Cargo mat$40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Roof rack$300$300 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Intermittent wipers  $0
Rear wiper$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350$350 
Convertible top  $3000
Hood scoop $100 
Sunroof, large$1100$1100 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Aux input$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Compass$0$0 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
No leather in second row  $-300
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$6,240$5,600$3,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,465$1,825$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,286-1,6930

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20082010
ModelForesterMX-5 Miata
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible
Wheelbase99.4 in91.7 in
Length176.6 in157.3 in
Width68.3 in67.7 in
Height65.0 in49.0 in
Curb Weight3,166 lb.2,442 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.6 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		32.0 ft35.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		57.7 ft35.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Total Requested30055%
Total Not Requested25045%

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