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Subaru Forester vs. Mercury Mariner 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. Mercury Mariner Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,719 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $1 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,074 Mercury Mariner Premier | ||
| Difference: $24 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Mariner |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,895 | $25,635 |
| Base Invoice | $27,992 | $23,928 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 1,845 |
| Rear bumper protector | 78 | |
| Remote start | 432 | 345 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 75 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | 395 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 195 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | 895 | |
| Amenities Package | 600 | |
| Rearview camera | 455 | |
| 3.0L V6 | 1,000 | |
| AWD | 1,750 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Navigation system | 888 | 1,569 |
| Rear bumper protector | 51 | |
| Remote start | 324 | 293 |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 64 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | 336 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 117 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | 761 | |
| Amenities Package | 509 | |
| Rearview camera | 387 | |
| 3.0L V6 | 910 | |
| AWD | 1,592 | |
| Options (change) | 3,049 | 7,360 |
| Options (change) | 2,331 | 6,421 |
| Destination | 775 | 725 |
| Total Price | $33,719 | $33,720 |
| Total Invoice | $31,098 | $31,074 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercury Mariner
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,166 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,050 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Mariner |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 240hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 18/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | 320, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 235/70-16 |
| Total Price | $33,719 | $33,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,165 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,554 | $33,720 |
| Total Invoice | $31,098 | $31,074 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,074 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,024 | $31,074 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercury Mariner
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Mariner |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,035 | $4,870 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,165 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,074 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercury Mariner
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Mariner |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 103.1 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 175.2 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 67.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,549 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 56.6 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner Premier
| Class II trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | No |
| Trailer sway control | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 28% |
| Amenities Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
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