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Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,237 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| Difference: $4,888 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,068 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| Difference: $4,348 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,495 | $26,435 | $26,435 |
| Base Invoice | $24,355 | $26,707 | $24,458 | $24,458 |
| Cargo net | 46 | 46 | 40 | 40 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 69 | 60 | 60 |
| Rear spoiler | 367 | 360 | 360 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | 82 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 5,335 | 4,635 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | 32 | 32 |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 39 | 45 | 45 |
| Rear spoiler | 275 | 288 | 288 | |
| Navigation system | 1,501 | 1,501 | 1,721 | 1,721 |
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | 54 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 4,922 | 4,277 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,547 | 2,180 | 7,795 | 7,095 |
| Options (change) | 2,018 | 1,743 | 7,008 | 6,363 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 595 | 595 |
| Total Price | $29,237 | $31,370 | $34,825 | $34,125 |
| Total Invoice | $27,068 | $29,145 | $32,061 | $31,416 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,848 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,090 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 212hp R2 | 232hp R2 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 300, 9 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $29,237 | $31,370 | $34,825 | $34,125 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,310 | -3,470 | -1,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,927 | $27,900 | $33,775 | $34,125 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,973 | $0 | $350 |
| Total Invoice | $27,068 | $29,145 | $32,061 | $31,416 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,064 | -3,224 | -967 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,004 | $25,921 | $31,094 | $31,416 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,917 | $0 | $322 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,335 | $6,495 | $4,075 | $3,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,310 | $3,470 | $1,050 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,064 | -3,224 | -967 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | RX-8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 174.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 48.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Automatic
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| 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 | 3350 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 2500 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3350 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 34% |
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