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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: $30,605 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited | ||||
| Difference: $2,548 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,541 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited | ||||
| Difference: $2,054 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5i Limited | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $29,195 | $31,295 | $34,295 | $31,000 |
| Base Invoice | $27,321 | $29,243 | $32,028 | $28,681 |
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | 38 | 38 | |
| Cargo net | 90 | 90 | 90 | 40 |
| Cargo organizer | 60 | 60 | 60 | 70 |
| All-weather floor mats | 72 | 72 | 72 | 78 |
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | 76 | 76 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | 199 | 199 | |
| Premium Package | 900 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 395 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | 24 | 24 | |
| Cargo net | 58 | 58 | 58 | 32 |
| Cargo organizer | 39 | 39 | 39 | 56 |
| All-weather floor mats | 46 | 46 | 46 | 62 |
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | 49 | 49 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | 129 | 129 | |
| Premium Package | 774 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 320 | |||
| Options (change) | 535 | 535 | 535 | 1,483 |
| Options (change) | 345 | 345 | 345 | 1,244 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 670 |
| Total Price | $30,605 | $32,705 | $35,705 | $33,153 |
| Total Invoice | $28,541 | $30,463 | $33,248 | $30,595 |
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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: $6,873 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,117 | ||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5i Limited | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 250hp H4 | 232hp R2 |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT | CVT-8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 440, 8 | 440, 8 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 225/55-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $30,605 | $32,705 | $35,705 | $33,153 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,315 | -6,425 | -6,625 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,290 | $26,280 | $29,080 | $33,153 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $10 | $0 | $2,800 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $28,541 | $30,463 | $33,248 | $30,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,024 | -5,985 | -6,169 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,517 | $24,478 | $27,079 | $30,595 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $39 | $0 | $2,601 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | RX-8 |
| Trim | 2.5i Limited | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| CVT | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,940 | $10,050 | $10,250 | $3,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,315 | $6,425 | $6,625 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,024 | -5,985 | -6,169 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | RX-8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 175.6 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 3,065 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 | 53.9 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 | 53.0 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 Grand Touring
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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