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BMW 3-Series 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.
BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,605 Subaru Forester Touring | ||
| Difference: $9,010 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 325i | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,600 | $34,895 |
| Premium Package | 2,900 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Satellite radio | 595 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 245 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 230 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 65 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 120 | |
| Premium Package | 2,640 | |
| Navigation system | 1,820 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | |
| Satellite radio | 540 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,000 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 158 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 149 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 42 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 78 | |
| Options (change) | 10,320 | 660 |
| Options (change) | 9,390 | 427 |
| Destination | 695 | 1,050 |
| Total Price | $45,615 | $36,605 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,980 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $40,433 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 325i | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 215hp I6 | 182hp H4 |
| Transmission | M6 | CVT-7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $45,615 | $36,605 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,970 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,615 | $32,635 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 325i | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | |
| PIN Code Access | $10 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Lane sway warning | $25 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,280 | $9,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,970 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -160 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 105.1 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 67.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,463 lb. | 3,450 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 58.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 76.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| 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 recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2150 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester Touring
| 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% |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 14% |
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