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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: $27,562 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| Difference: $11,613 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,654 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| Difference: $10,646 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,150 | $26,895 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $34,380 | $25,001 | $26,005 |
| Roof rails | 100 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | ||
| Roof rails | 90 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,150 | 42 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 1,045 | 28 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 625 | 625 |
| Total Price | $39,175 | $27,562 | $28,520 |
| Total Invoice | $36,300 | $25,654 | $26,630 |
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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 Edition | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,888 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,905 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 173hp H4 | 230hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | A4 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 120, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 215/60-16 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $39,175 | $27,562 | $28,520 |
| Adjustments for Features | -775 | -1,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,400 | $26,512 | $28,520 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,008 |
| Total Invoice | $36,300 | $25,654 | $26,630 |
| Adjustments for Features | -718 | -977 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,582 | $24,677 | $26,630 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,953 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,945 | $6,220 | $5,170 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $775 | $1,050 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -718 | -977 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,463 lb. | 3,166 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
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