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Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison

Subaru Outback vs Subaru Forester Price Comparison:
Subaru Outback vs Subaru Forester Price Comparison:

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features comparison between the Subaru Outback and Subaru Forester. Including:

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Summary

For the Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Outback vs. Forester Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Outback 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 $1,980 lower than the Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Outback 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 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT 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 $1550 adjustment for the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring's additional features, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring is $1,980 less than the Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,980
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,878
Model Year20092012
ModelOutbackForester
Trim2.5 XT Limited2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine265hp H4224hp H4
TransmissionM5T4
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers440, 9?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17225/55-17
Total Price33,01632,586
Adjustments for Features0-1,550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price33,01631,036
Total Invoice30,53230,085
Adjustments for Features0-1,431
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,53228,654

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Invoice Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester

Price Comparison (MSRP): Subaru Outback 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: 430
Lowest Total Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
Difference: 447
Model Year20092012
ModelOutbackForester
Trim2.5 XT Limited2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price31,59529,895
Base Invoice29,36727,992
Auto-dimming rearview mirror183185
Cargo net4248
All-weather floor mats5569
Universal garage door opener7793
Class II trailer hitch369468
Rugged Package 887
Cargo cover 166
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 120
Cargo net 31
All-weather floor mats 39
Universal garage door opener 61
Class II trailer hitch 351
Rugged Package 608
Cargo cover 108
Total options7261,916
Total options4701,318
Destination695775
Total Price33,01632,586
Total Invoice30,53230,085

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

 

Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20092012
ModelOutbackForester
Trim2.5 XT Limited2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo tray $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $100
iPod integration $150
Surround sound$250 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $50
Rear bumper protector $40
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Powertrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$275 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power release, second row seats $250
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0 
Total Value of Features$3,725$5,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,550
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,431

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20092012
ModelOutbackForester
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase105.1 in103.0 in
Length188.7 in179.5 in
Width69.7 in70.1 in
Height63.2 in65.9 in
Curb Weight3,535 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		66.2 ft368.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
2.5 XT Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass25Yes
Total Requested175100%
Total Not Requested00%
Rugged Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bodyside moldings75Yes
Roof rack crossbars50Yes
Mud guards75No
Rear bumper protector40No
Wheel-lip moldings75Yes
Total Requested20063%
Total Not Requested11537%

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

Price of the Subaru Outback: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Compared to Many of the same type autos You get alot for the Money.Many competitors have the options but everything seems ala cart
2010 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Price new was $33K; about the same as every other car we considered, including the LR2, C300, XC70.
2006 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Got a great deal on a used 2006/
2005 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 6 year plan @ 2.9%
Price of the Subaru Outback: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 Very expensive.
2009 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 During Cash for Clunkers Subarus had limited incentives compared to other vehicles normally selling at a higher price point and with more content.
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 $33,000 starting price. For what amounts to a nice station wagon.
2007 4dr Wagon 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Very high resale values and popularity make the car very popular for resales. Unfortunately the vehicle has a higher sticker price. This is easily offset in the long run on reliability.
2005 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Damn, it was expensive (one year old and cost $24K, original price something like $32.5K) but you get what you pay for I think.
2003 4dr Wagon 212-horsepower 3.0L H6
4-speed automatic AWD		 High price for its class

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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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