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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: $36,929 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $12,741 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,207 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $11,418 | ||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,200 | $32,995 |
| Base Invoice | $31,465 | $30,836 |
| Premium Package | 3,250 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| HD radio | 500 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Satellite radio | 595 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,275 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 198 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 200 | |
| Driver Assist Technology Package | 2,400 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 55 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 74 | |
| Cargo cover | 182 | |
| Premium Package | 2,960 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | |
| HD radio | 450 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Satellite radio | 540 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,210 | |
| AWD | 1,745 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 128 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 130 | |
| Driver Assist Technology Package | 2,087 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 35 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 48 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| Options (change) | 14,695 | 3,109 |
| Options (change) | 13,385 | 2,546 |
| Destination | 775 | 825 |
| Total Price | $49,670 | $36,929 |
| Total Invoice | $45,625 | $34,207 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,546 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,164 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 250hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | CVT-8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 23/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $49,670 | $36,929 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -805 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,670 | $36,124 |
| Total Invoice | $45,625 | $34,207 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -746 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,625 | $33,461 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2007 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| 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 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,505 | $7,310 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $805 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -746 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2007 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 180.9 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 66.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,947 lb. | 3,624 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 43.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | 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 recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT 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% |
| Driver Assist Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 43% |
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