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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: $30,525 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $15,070 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,349 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $13,781 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,500 | $27,895 | $29,895 |
| Base Invoice | $34,680 | $26,094 | $27,992 |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 363 | 363 |
| Roof rails | 100 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 48 | 48 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 888 | 888 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 272 | 272 |
| Roof rails | 90 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 31 | 31 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Options (change) | 7,200 | 1,855 | 1,855 |
| Options (change) | 6,555 | 1,480 | 1,480 |
| Destination | 895 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $45,595 | $30,525 | $32,525 |
| Total Invoice | $42,130 | $28,349 | $30,247 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,535 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,213 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| 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) | 180, 8 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $45,595 | $30,525 | $32,525 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -465 | -840 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,595 | $30,060 | $31,685 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,625 |
| Total Invoice | $42,130 | $28,349 | $30,247 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -432 | -781 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,130 | $27,917 | $29,466 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,549 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 328i | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| 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 app | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| 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 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $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 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,770 | $5,235 | $5,610 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $465 | $840 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -432 | -781 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| 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 | 37.4 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
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | 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 | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 64% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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