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Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison

Subaru Forester vs Ford Escape Price Comparison:
Subaru Forester vs Ford Escape Price Comparison:

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For the Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Forester vs. Escape Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Forester and Escape 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 $1,596 lower than the Ford Escape Limited's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Forester vs. Escape 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 Ford Escape Limited 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 $1745 adjustment for the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring's additional features, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring is $1,596 less than the Ford Escape Limited.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,596
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,232
Model Year20122009
ModelForesterEscape
Trim2.5 XT TouringLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine224hp H4240hp V6
TransmissionT4A6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG18/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers?, 7320, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17235/70-16
Total Price33,67433,525
Adjustments for Features-1,7450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price31,92933,525
Total Invoice31,06830,690
Adjustments for Features-1,6100
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice29,45830,690

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Invoice Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape

Price Comparison (MSRP): Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape

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: Ford Escape Limited
Difference: 149
Lowest Total Invoice: Ford Escape Limited
Difference: 378
Model Year20122009
ModelForesterEscape
Trim2.5 XT TouringLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price29,89524,920
Base Invoice27,99223,123
Auto-dimming rearview mirror185 
Navigation system1,0002,395
Rear bumper protector78 
Remote start432345
All-weather floor mats6955
Cargo net4865
Roof rack crossbars195 
Cargo cover166 
Class II trailer hitch468 
Obstacle detection, rear363 
Cargo Package 295
Moon and Tune Package 745
Trailering equipment (4 wire) 345
Limited Luxury Package 795
Cargo tray 90
3.0L V6 1,000
AWD 1,750
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 0
Navigation system 2,036
Rear bumper protector 0
Remote start 293
All-weather floor mats 47
Cargo net 34
Roof rack crossbars 0
Cargo cover 0
Class II trailer hitch 0
Obstacle detection, rear 0
Cargo Package 251
Moon and Tune Package 633
Trailering equipment (4 wire) 293
Limited Luxury Package 676
Cargo tray 77
3.0L V6 910
AWD 1,592
Total options3,0047,880
Total options2,3016,842
Destination775725
Total Price33,67433,525
Total Invoice31,06830,690

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20122009
ModelForesterEscape
Trim2.5 XT TouringLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr 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
Front seat active head restraints$50 
Rearview camera$200 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Purse holder $0
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
HD radio$100 
Interior air filter$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $50
Traffic information$50 
Voice control for external devices $50
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
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
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 recliner, second row seats$75 
Metal pedals$75 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power release, second row seats$250 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$6,845$5,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,745$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,6100

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20122009
ModelForesterEscape
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in103.1 in
Length179.5 in174.7 in
Width70.1 in71.1 in
Height65.9 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.3,529 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.3 ft366.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
2.5 XT Touring

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information50No
Total Requested90095%
Total Not Requested505%

Option Package Details
Limited

Trailering equipment (4 wire)
FeatureValueRequested?
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125No
Oil cooler0No
Class II trailer hitch200Yes
Total Requested20062%
Total Not Requested12538%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Total Requested65065%
Total Not Requested35035%
Cargo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Roof rack crossbars50Yes
Cargo cover75Yes
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Total Requested12556%
Total Not Requested10044%
Moon and Tune Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Purse holder0No
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%
Limited Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated300Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

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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 Ford Escape

Price of the Ford Escape: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic AWD		 Lowest
2009 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD		 My price paid was much smaller than Toyota and Honda similar models I researched.
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 The price was within budget
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD		 Compared to Honda, Toyota and GM, much more "bang for the buck"!
2007 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 lower than the mazda
2007 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Reasonable price for 1 year old lease return
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 Not much. Pricey for what you get.
2006 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 Part of the deal was getting top dollar on my trade in.
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 At my purchase price of $15800 I think my Escape is an unmatched value.
2002 4dr SUV 127-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Bought vehicle with low interest. And price of 19,600 was very reasonable. Especially by SUV standards
Price of the Ford Escape: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 Hybrid was quite a premium over the V6.
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 It is not economical when comparing standard engine vs. hybrid engine. You have to do it because you want a hybrid for the environment. However, it is 10K cheeper than Toyota Highlander Hybrid, but it is a lighter car too. Tow capacity is 1000 vs 3000.
2006 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 As a hybrid, expect to pay a premium price.

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