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Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,356 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| Difference: $5,839 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,276 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| Difference: $5,998 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | RF Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $26,695 | $27,895 | $32,620 |
| Base Invoice | $24,930 | $26,116 | $30,839 |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | 350 |
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | ||
| Cargo net | 46 | 46 | 50 |
| Cargo tray | 75 | 75 | 60 |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 55 | 90 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | 150 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | 280 |
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | 40 |
| Cargo tray | 46 | 46 | 48 |
| All-weather floor mats | 33 | 33 | 72 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | 120 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,016 | 1,244 | 700 |
| Options (change) | 701 | 848 | 560 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 875 |
| Total Price | $28,356 | $29,784 | $34,195 |
| Total Invoice | $26,276 | $27,609 | $32,274 |
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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: $6,079 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,213 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | RF Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 155hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 7 | 155, 7 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 205/45-17 |
| Total Price | $28,356 | $29,784 | $34,195 |
| Adjustments for Features | -640 | 0 | -400 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,716 | $29,784 | $33,795 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,068 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $26,276 | $27,609 | $32,274 |
| Adjustments for Features | -593 | 0 | -378 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,683 | $27,609 | $31,896 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,926 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | RF Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| 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 | |
| Power retractable rear window | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | ||
| 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 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Power retractable roof section | $2000 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player, remote | $100 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| 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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $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 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,915 | $6,275 | $6,675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $640 | $0 | $400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -593 | 0 | -378 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | MX-5 Miata |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 90.9 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 154.1 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 49.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 2,446 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 52.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
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