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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: $36,593 Subaru Forester Touring | ||||
| Difference: $23,057 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $45,050 | $50,100 | $60,200 | $34,895 |
| Premium Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,350 | 1,350 | 1,350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |
| Navigation system | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| App support | 250 | 250 | 250 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 230 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 245 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 53 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 120 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,640 | 1,640 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,230 | 1,230 | 1,230 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | |
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,545 | 1,545 | 1,545 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | 365 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| App support | 230 | 230 | 230 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 149 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 158 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 34 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 78 | |||
| Options (change) | 13,725 | 14,175 | 7,825 | 648 |
| Options (change) | 12,500 | 12,910 | 7,125 | 419 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 1,050 |
| Total Price | $59,650 | $65,150 | $68,900 | $36,593 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,962 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $53,187 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 182hp H4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | CVT-7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $59,650 | $65,150 | $68,900 | $36,593 |
| Adjustments for Features | -500 | -500 | 0 | -2,405 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $59,150 | $64,650 | $68,900 | $34,188 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,500 | $9,750 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Forester |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | |||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Terrain selector | $200 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,820 | $7,820 | $7,320 | $9,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $500 | $500 | $0 | $2,405 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -461 | -461 | 0 | -97 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 5-Series | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 105.1 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 67.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 3,450 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 58.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 39.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 76.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 17% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 45% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 17% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 45% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester Touring
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 14% |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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