Ford Explorer Sport Trac Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2008 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2011

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer Sport Trac 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.

Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,474

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring   
Difference: $6,246

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,978

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring   
Difference: $5,556

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelExplorer Sport TracForester
TrimLimited2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Base Price $27,490 $29,995
Base Invoice $25,606 $28,084
Adrenaline Package 2,995  
Electronics Package 545  
4.6L V8 1,310  
Floor mats 65  
All-weather floor mats 75 69
Remote start 385 432
Satellite radio 195  
Navigation system 1,995 1,600
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers 510  
Sunroof 850  
AWD 2,520  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   185
Class II trailer hitch   468
Adrenaline Package 2,756  
Electronics Package 463  
4.6L V8 1,192  
Floor mats 47  
All-weather floor mats 47 39
Remote start 326 324
Satellite radio 166  
Navigation system 1,696 1,335
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers 433  
Sunroof 723  
AWD 2,294  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   120
Class II trailer hitch   351
Options (change) 11,445 2,754
Options (change) 10,143 2,169
Destination 785 725
Total Price $39,720 $33,474
Total Invoice $36,534 $30,978

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer Sport Trac dealer quotes or Subaru Forester dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,206
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,444
Model Year20082011
ModelExplorer Sport TracForester
TrimLimited2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Engine292hp V8224hp H4
TransmissionA6T4
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/65-18225/55-17
Total Price$39,720$33,474
Adjustments for Features0-960
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,720$32,514
Total Invoice$36,534$30,978
Adjustments for Features0-888
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$36,534$30,090

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20082011
ModelExplorer Sport TracForester
TrimLimited2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power sliding rear window$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Full-size spare tire$225 
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo tray $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Storage compartment(s) in bed$100 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents$100 
Rear defrost $200
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Hood scoop $100
Rear spoiler $200
Running boards$350 
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
SMS text-to-speech reader$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
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals $75
Power release, second row seats $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$6,025$6,985
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$960
Value of Feature Adjustments0-888

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20082011
ModelExplorer Sport TracForester
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Wheelbase130.5 in103.0 in
Length210.2 in179.5 in
Width73.7 in70.1 in
Height72.5 in65.9 in
Curb Weight4,793 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
0.033.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
0.068.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested127576%
Total Not Requested40024%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
A/V input jacks25No
Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested60062%
Total Not Requested37538%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUTs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.