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Chevrolet Cruze vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Cruze vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,850

Chevrolet Cruze Premier   
Difference: $23

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,856

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $606

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620062006
ModelCruzeForesterForester
TrimPremier2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $23,120 $26,895 $27,895
Base Invoice $22,080 $25,001 $26,005
RS Package 995    
Enhanced Convenience Package 865    
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package 1,995    
Rear spoiler   353 353
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     183
RS Package 905    
Enhanced Convenience Package 787    
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package 1,815    
Rear spoiler   230 230
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     119
Options (change) 3,855 353 536
Options (change) 3,507 230 349
Destination 875 625 625
Total Price $27,850 $27,873 $29,056
Total Invoice $26,462 $25,856 $26,979

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cruze vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,503
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $820
Model Year201620062006
ModelCruzeForesterForester
TrimPremier2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine153hp I4173hp H4230hp H4
TransmissionT6A4M5
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9120, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18215/60-16215/60-16
Total Price$27,850$27,873$29,056
Adjustments for Features-2,355-8750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,495$26,998$29,056
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,058
Total Invoice$26,462$25,856$26,979
Adjustments for Features-2,238-8120
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,224$25,044$26,979
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,935

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cruze vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year201620062006
ModelCruzeForesterForester
TrimPremier2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
4-speed automatic $800 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Heated steering wheel$100  
Proximity key$250  
Remote app$25  
Remote start$150  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist$50  
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75  
Rear side airbags$300  
Rearview camera$200  
Rollover sensor$50  
Side curtain airbags$350  
Stability control$400  
Tire-pressure monitor$75  
Traction control$100  
Vehicle health reports$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rack $300$300
Climate Control 
Rear wiper $175$175
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150  
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bodyside cladding $350$350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Hood scoop  $100
Sunroof$900  
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0  
Android Auto support$100  
App support$0  
Apple CarPlay support$100  
Audio controls on steering wheel$125  
Aux input$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
Navigation system$600  
Satellite radio$200  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Voice control for external devices$0  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Wi-Fi hotspot$50  
Wireless charging station$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125  
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
Trip computer$150  
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated second row seats$200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Auto-leveling rear shocks $200 
Machined alloy wheels$350  
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$7,600$6,120$5,245
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,355$875$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,238-8120

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cruze vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20162006
ModelCruzeForester
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in99.4 in
Length183.7 in176.6 in
Width70.5 in68.3 in
Height57.4 in65.0 in
Curb Weight2,836 lb.3,166 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.9 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.8 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.857.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Premier

RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Machined alloy wheels0No
225/40VR18 tires400No
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested32545%
Total Not Requested40055%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested35048%
Total Not Requested37552%
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Compass0Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested90047%
Total Not Requested102553%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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