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Audi A3 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.
Audi A3 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,368 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $3,547 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,839 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $3,627 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | A3 | Forester |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,270 | $28,495 |
| Base Invoice | $25,361 | $26,707 |
| Aluminum roof rails | 500 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 69 |
| iPod integration | -200 | 223 |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 1,800 |
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 466 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 112 | 39 |
| iPod integration | -186 | 145 |
| Navigation system | 1,860 | 1,501 |
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Options (change) | 7,770 | 3,178 |
| Options (change) | 7,230 | 2,437 |
| Destination | 875 | 695 |
| Total Price | $35,915 | $32,368 |
| Total Invoice | $33,466 | $29,839 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,452 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,383 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | A3 | Forester |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/30 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 195, 10 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $35,915 | $32,368 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,905 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,915 | $30,463 |
| Total Invoice | $33,466 | $29,839 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,756 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,466 | $28,083 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | A3 | Forester |
| Trim | 2.0T | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| 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 | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,590 | $5,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,905 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,756 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Model | A3 | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,263 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 855 | 54% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 6% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 15% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 85% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 35% |
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