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Acura RL vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Acura RL vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,719 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $20,526 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,407 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $18,342 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | RL | Forester |
| Trim | Base | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $48,200 | $29,995 |
| Base Invoice | $44,098 | $28,084 |
| Technology Package | 4,150 | |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | |
| Cargo net | 48 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | |
| Technology Package | 3,756 | |
| Navigation system | 888 | |
| Cargo net | 31 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | |
| Options (change) | 4,150 | 1,929 |
| Options (change) | 3,756 | 1,528 |
| Destination | 895 | 795 |
| Total Price | $53,245 | $32,719 |
| Total Invoice | $48,749 | $30,407 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,796 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,758 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | RL | Forester |
| Trim | Base | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/24 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 260, 10 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $53,245 | $32,719 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,730 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,515 | $32,719 |
| Total Invoice | $48,749 | $30,407 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,584 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,165 | $30,407 |
Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | RL | Forester |
| Trim | Base | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,915 | $6,185 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,730 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,584 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | RL | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 195.8 in | 169.5 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,099 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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