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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: $29,378 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $12,367 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,295 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $11,300 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $35,400 | $25,995 | $28,195 |
| Base Invoice | $32,750 | $24,330 | $26,409 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | ||
| iPod integration | 400 | 223 | 223 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 1,800 | 1,800 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | 46 | 46 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | ||
| iPod integration | 365 | 145 | 145 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,647 | 1,650 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | 30 | 30 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | |
| Options (change) | 5,520 | 2,688 | 2,688 |
| Options (change) | 5,020 | 2,270 | 2,273 |
| Destination | 825 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $41,745 | $29,378 | $31,578 |
| Total Invoice | $38,595 | $27,295 | $29,377 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,432 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,219 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 140, 6 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $41,745 | $29,378 | $31,578 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,065 | -2,500 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,745 | $27,313 | $29,078 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,765 |
| Total Invoice | $38,595 | $27,295 | $29,377 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,919 | -2,326 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,595 | $25,376 | $27,051 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,675 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,645 | $5,710 | $6,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,065 | $2,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,919 | -2,326 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,463 lb. | 3,251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 38% |
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