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Subaru Forester vs. Mazda CX-7 Price Comparison

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

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features comparison between the Subaru Forester and Mazda CX-7. Including:

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Summary

For the Subaru Forester vs. Mazda CX-7 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Forester vs. CX-7 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Forester and CX-7 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited's price is $1,508 lower than the Mazda CX-7 s Grand Touring's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Forester vs. CX-7 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 Limited, the Mazda CX-7 s Grand Touring includes additional features worth $1070. 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, despite a $1070 adjustment for the Mazda CX-7 s Grand Touring's additional features, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited is $1,508 less than the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited.

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,508
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,506
Model Year20102012
ModelForesterCX-7
Trim2.5 XT Limiteds Grand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine224hp H4244hp I4
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG17/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers140, 6240, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17235/55-19
Total Price33,04235,620
Adjustments for Features0-1,070
Feature-Adjusted Total Price33,04234,550
Total Invoice30,36533,889
Adjustments for Features0-1,018
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,36532,871

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Invoice Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda CX-7

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

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 Limited
Difference: 2,578
Lowest Total Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
Difference: 3,524
Model Year20102012
ModelForesterCX-7
Trim2.5 XT Limiteds Grand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price28,49531,840
Base Invoice26,70730,443
Navigation system1,800 
Cargo cover166 
Rear bumper protector78 
Cargo net4650
Cargo tray7570
Universal garage door opener82 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror183 
All-weather floor mats6980
Class II trailer hitch468335
Remote start432350
Satellite radio453 
Rear spoiler 400
AWD 1,700
Navigation system 0
Cargo cover 0
Rear bumper protector 0
Cargo net 40
Cargo tray 56
Universal garage door opener 0
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 0
All-weather floor mats 64
Class II trailer hitch 268
Remote start 280
Satellite radio 0
Rear spoiler 320
AWD 1,623
Total options3,8522,985
Total options2,9632,651
Destination695795
Total Price33,04235,620
Total Invoice30,36533,889

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda CX-7

Model Year20102012
ModelForesterCX-7
Trim2.5 XT Limiteds Grand Touring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$5,045$6,115
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,070
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,018

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mazda CX-7

Model Year20102012
ModelForesterCX-7
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in108.3 in
Length179.5 in184.3 in
Width70.1 in73.7 in
Height65.9 in64.8 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.4,001 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.16.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in58.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in36.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft329.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.3 ft358.6 ft3

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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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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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