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BMW X3 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 X3 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,248 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $16,777 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,856 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $15,449 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | X3 | Forester |
| Trim | xDrive35i | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,700 | $28,195 |
| Base Invoice | $39,465 | $26,409 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 1,800 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Roof rails | 250 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 180 | 46 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 432 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,650 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Roof rails | 230 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 165 | 30 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 324 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Options (change) | 5,430 | 3,358 |
| Options (change) | 4,945 | 2,752 |
| Destination | 895 | 695 |
| Total Price | $49,025 | $32,248 |
| Total Invoice | $45,305 | $29,856 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,827 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,723 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | X3 | Forester |
| Trim | xDrive35i | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-18 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $49,025 | $32,248 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,950 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,075 | $32,248 |
| Total Invoice | $45,305 | $29,856 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,726 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,579 | $29,856 |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | X3 | Forester |
| Trim | xDrive35i | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,070 | $5,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,950 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,726 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | X3 | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 183.0 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,222 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.9 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.6 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
| 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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