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BMW 5-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 5-Series vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,247 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $26,893 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,168 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $24,072 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 530i | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $51,400 | $27,895 | $29,895 |
| Base Invoice | $46,955 | $26,094 | $27,992 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 700 | 363 | 363 |
| Satellite radio | 595 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | 48 | 48 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Navigation system | 1,640 | 888 | 888 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 635 | 272 | 272 |
| Satellite radio | 540 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | 31 | 31 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Options (change) | 5,045 | 1,577 | 1,577 |
| Options (change) | 4,590 | 1,299 | 1,299 |
| Destination | 695 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $57,140 | $30,247 | $32,247 |
| Total Invoice | $52,240 | $28,168 | $30,066 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $25,888 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,153 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 530i | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 255hp I6 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 200, 10 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $57,140 | $30,247 | $32,247 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,005 | 0 | -300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,135 | $30,247 | $31,947 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,700 |
| Total Invoice | $52,240 | $28,168 | $30,066 |
| Adjustments for Features | -919 | 0 | -280 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $51,321 | $28,168 | $29,786 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,618 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 530i | 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 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| 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 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| 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 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| 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 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,340 | $5,335 | $5,635 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,005 | $0 | $300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -919 | 0 | -280 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 191.2 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,649 lb. | 3,251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.6 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.0 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.6 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.3 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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