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Mazda CX-7 vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison

Mazda CX-7 vs Subaru Forester Price Comparison:
Mazda CX-7 vs Subaru Forester Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Mazda CX-7 vs. Subaru Forester price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the CX-7 vs. Forester Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the CX-7 and Forester will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring's price is $2,696 lower than the Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the CX-7 vs. Forester Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring, the Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $1255 adjustment for the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring's additional features, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring is $2,696 less than the Mazda CX-7 Grand Touring.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda CX-7 vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,696
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,431
Model Year20092012
ModelCX-7Forester
TrimGrand Touring2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine244hp I4224hp H4
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers240, 9?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/60-18225/55-17
Total Price34,65033,209
Adjustments for Features0-1,255
Feature-Adjusted Total Price34,65031,954
Total Invoice32,00930,740
Adjustments for Features0-1,162
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice32,00929,578

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Invoice Comparison: Mazda CX-7 vs. Subaru Forester

Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda CX-7 vs. Subaru Forester

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.

Lowest Total Price: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
Difference: 1,441
Lowest Total Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
Difference: 1,269
Model Year20092012
ModelCX-7Forester
TrimGrand Touring2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price26,70029,895
Base Invoice24,97627,992
Auto-dimming rearview mirror175185
Technology Package4,485 
Cargo net5048
All-weather floor mats6069
Cargo tray50 
Universal garage door opener7593
Remote start350432
Class II trailer hitch335468
AWD1,700 
Navigation system 1,000
Rear bumper protector 78
Cargo cover 166
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 120
Technology Package 0
Cargo net 31
All-weather floor mats 39
Cargo tray 0
Universal garage door opener 61
Remote start 324
Class II trailer hitch 351
AWD 0
Navigation system 888
Rear bumper protector 51
Cargo cover 108
Total options7,2802,539
Total options6,3631,973
Destination670775
Total Price34,65033,209
Total Invoice32,00930,740

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While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

 

Features Comparison: Mazda CX-7 vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20092012
ModelCX-7Forester
TrimGrand Touring2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Dual-zone climate control $125
HD radio $100
iPod integration $150
MP3-compatible player $50
Surround sound$250 
Traffic information $50
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Hood scoop $100
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
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 release, second row seats $250
Total Value of Features$4,965$6,220
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,255
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,162

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda CX-7 vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20092012
ModelCX-7Forester
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase108.3 in103.0 in
Length184.0 in179.5 in
Width73.7 in70.1 in
Height64.8 in65.9 in
Curb Weight3,929 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.2 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.0 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.8 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.4 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		29.9 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		58.6 ft368.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Grand Touring

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview monitor200Yes
Alarm100No
Keyless access and ignition250No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Surround sound250No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Bose, 240W, 9 speakers350No
Total Requested210065%
Total Not Requested115035%

Option Package Details
2.5 XT Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass25Yes
Total Requested175100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information50No
Total Requested90095%
Total Not Requested505%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mazda CX-7

Price of the Mazda CX-7: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 0.9% financing deal
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I got mine with 30000 miles for $14,000. What a buy.
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Compared to similarly equipped crossovers, more style/options for the money.
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 More economical and affordable.
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Lease deals are great - just watch for Mazda bait and switch
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I got the GT for the price I was willing to pay. Made the deal over the phone and was driving away in 2 days.
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 About $8,000 less Versus the Tribeca
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 About $6,000 less than other SUVs with similar room,size and power. Mazdas 3.9% financing.
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Good lease deals now available.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Subaru Forester

Price of the Subaru Forester: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 I find the overall value exceptional compared to other makes given all that is offered with the vehicle.
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 Price very good for AWD.
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 We bought a well equipped Forester X premium for 21,500, plus got discount financing from Subaru
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD		 Incentive financing and rebates
2002 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD		 Got it used with only 40000 miles on it for a song at a local dealer. Nice, clean vehicle.

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