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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: $29,431 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $12,344 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,330 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $11,270 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $32,550 | $36,850 | $43,150 | $49,650 | $25,995 | $28,195 |
| Base Invoice | $30,125 | $34,080 | $39,880 | $45,860 | $24,330 | $26,409 |
| Premium Package | 3,200 | 3,100 | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | 1,800 | 1,800 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 950 | |||||
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 875 | 875 | 875 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | 82 | ||||
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,910 | 2,820 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,647 | 1,650 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 865 | |||||
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 795 | 795 | 795 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | 54 | ||||
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | ||||
| Options (change) | 8,300 | 7,175 | 6,275 | 6,275 | 2,741 | 2,741 |
| Options (change) | 7,550 | 6,525 | 5,705 | 5,705 | 2,305 | 2,308 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $41,775 | $44,950 | $50,350 | $56,850 | $29,431 | $31,631 |
| Total Invoice | $38,600 | $41,530 | $46,510 | $52,490 | $27,330 | $29,412 |
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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: $12,909 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,795 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 180hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 335hp I6 H | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T8 | T8 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 140, 6 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $41,775 | $44,950 | $50,350 | $56,850 | $29,431 | $31,631 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -300 | -2,100 | -2,175 | -565 | -1,000 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,775 | $44,650 | $48,250 | $54,675 | $28,866 | $30,631 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,875 | $6,475 | $12,900 | $0 | $1,765 |
| Total Invoice | $38,600 | $41,530 | $46,510 | $52,490 | $27,330 | $29,412 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -277 | -1,940 | -2,008 | -525 | -930 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,600 | $41,253 | $44,570 | $50,482 | $26,805 | $28,482 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,653 | $5,970 | $11,882 | $0 | $1,677 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 320i | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| DUPL Voice texting capability | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,195 | $5,495 | $7,295 | $7,370 | $5,760 | $6,195 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $300 | $2,100 | $2,175 | $565 | $1,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -277 | -1,940 | -2,008 | -525 | -930 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,361 lb. | 3,251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 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 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| 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 | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 46% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 41% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 50% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 41% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 41% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 42% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 41% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited
| 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 |
| 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
| 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 |
| 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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