Mazda Tribute vs. Subaru Forester
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda Tribute and Subaru Forester contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mazda Tribute and the Subaru Forester.
In comparing the Mazda Tribute's and the Subaru Forester's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Tribute has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Subaru Forester has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mazda Tribute's and the Subaru Forester's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Tribute is a better car than the Subaru Forester.
Pricing: A used 2011 Mazda Tribute ranges from $3,902 to $13,940 while a used 2011 Subaru Forester is priced between $5,626 to $13,903.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda Tribute’s base engine makes 171 horsepower, and the Subaru Forester base engine makes 170 horsepower. The Tribute is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The Forester is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. This gives the Mazda Tribute the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Subaru Forester. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Subaru Forester has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Mazda Tribute has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Subaru Forester has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$20,555
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$20,495
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$22,284
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$18,295 - $25,790
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,565
Price Range:
$3,902 - $13,940
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
93,567
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,497
Price Range:
$5,626 - $13,903
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$9,846
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$7,674 - $23,265
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
204
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
124,126
# Good or Great Deals:
80
Mazda Tribute Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Subaru Forester Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda Tribute
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Subaru Forester
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
22.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
4.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.8 - 23.3
Mazda Tribute Rankings
Not yet available
Subaru Forester Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
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5 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
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7 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
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28 out of / 59Ranking
32 out of / 67Ranking
33 out of / 67Ranking
49 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda Tribute Trim Levels
i Grand Touring, i Sport, i Touring, s Grand Touring
Subaru Forester Trim Levels
2.5X, 2.5X Limited, 2.5X Premium, 2.5X Touring, 2.5XT Premium, 2.5XT Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
171 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
174 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
355 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
31.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
33.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3272 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
67.9 inches
Length:
174.9 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3250 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
65.9 inches
Length:
179.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/65R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Tuxedo Black
Blue
Steel Blue
Red
Sangria Red
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
White Suede
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Obsidian Black Pearl
Blue
Marine Blue Pearl / Sky Blue Metallic
Red
Camellia Red Pearl / Paprika Red Pearl
Silver
Spark Silver Metallic / Steel Silver Metallic
White
Satin White Pearl
Gray
Dark Gray Metallic
Green
Sage Green Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Graystone
Silver
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Silver
Platinum
