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BMW i3 vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW i3 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,015

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $4,430

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,615

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $4,070

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152010
Modeli3Forester
TrimBase2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $42,400 $28,495
Base Invoice $39,690 $26,707
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550  
Navigation system   1,800
Satellite radio   453
iPod integration   223
Cargo cover   166
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500  
Navigation system   1,501
Satellite radio   340
iPod integration   145
Cargo cover   108
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
Options (change) 550 2,825
Options (change) 500 2,213
Destination 995 695
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $36,445 $32,015
Total Invoice $33,685 $29,615

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,850
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,309
Model Year20152010
Modeli3Forester
TrimBase2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine168hp E224hp H4
TransmissionA1T4
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)137/111 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 4140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)155/70-19225/55-17
Total Price$36,445$32,015
Adjustments for Features0-2,420
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,445$29,595
Total Invoice$33,685$29,615
Adjustments for Features0-2,239
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,685$27,376

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Features Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20152010
Modeli3Forester
TrimBase2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Remote app$25 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Heat pump$250 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Residual heat$50 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Wiper de-icer $25
Engine / Motor 
18 kWh battery pack$0 
7.2 kW onboard charger$500 
DC quick-charging capability$750 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Carbon fiber body structure$0 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop $100
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD player $125
HD radio$50 
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
USB port$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
Compass $0
Digital instruments$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25 
LED headlights$1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Tachometer $75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$5,300$7,720
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,420
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,239

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See a complete comparison of BMW i3 vs. Subaru Forester features.

Specifications Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20152010
Modeli3Forester
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase101.2 in103.0 in
Length157.4 in179.5 in
Width69.9 in70.1 in
Height62.1 in65.9 in
Curb Weight2,634 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity2.4 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.1 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room50.4 in55.6 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		2.8 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		11.8 ft368.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of BMW i3 vs. Subaru Forester specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
A/V input jacks25No
Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested70065%
Total Not Requested37535%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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