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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: $32,180 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||
| Difference: $483 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,980 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||
| Difference: $163 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $30,795 | $33,795 | $26,435 | $26,435 |
| Base Invoice | $28,785 | $31,569 | $24,458 | $24,458 |
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | 38 | ||
| Cargo net | 90 | 90 | 40 | 40 |
| Cargo organizer | 60 | 60 | 70 | 70 |
| All-weather floor mats | 72 | 72 | 78 | 78 |
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | 76 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | 199 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 5,335 | 4,635 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | 395 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 360 | 360 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | 24 | ||
| Cargo net | 58 | 58 | 32 | 32 |
| Cargo organizer | 39 | 39 | 56 | 56 |
| All-weather floor mats | 46 | 46 | 62 | 62 |
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | 49 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | 129 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 4,922 | 4,277 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | 320 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 288 | 288 | ||
| Options (change) | 535 | 535 | 6,278 | 5,578 |
| Options (change) | 345 | 345 | 5,680 | 5,035 |
| Destination | 850 | 850 | 650 | 650 |
| Total Price | $32,180 | $35,180 | $33,363 | $32,663 |
| Total Invoice | $29,980 | $32,764 | $30,788 | $30,143 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,378 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,656 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 250hp H4 | 212hp R2 | 232hp R2 |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT-8 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 440, 8 | 300, 9 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 225/55-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $32,180 | $35,180 | $33,363 | $32,663 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,170 | -6,370 | -975 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,010 | $28,810 | $32,388 | $32,663 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,800 | $0 | $275 |
| Total Invoice | $29,980 | $32,764 | $30,788 | $30,143 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,748 | -5,933 | -900 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,232 | $26,831 | $29,888 | $30,143 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,599 | $0 | $255 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| CVT | $1000 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $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 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,520 | $8,720 | $3,325 | $2,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,170 | $6,370 | $975 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,748 | -5,933 | -900 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | RX-8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 174.3 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 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 | 34.4 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 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 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 4350 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 26% |
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 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| 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 | 4100 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 19% |
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