| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Ford Explorer 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.
Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,895 Ford Explorer XLT | ||||
| Difference: $265 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2020 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $25,370 | $28,370 | $31,115 | $27,395 |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | |||
| Convenience Group | 250 | |||
| Heated front seats | 300 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 695 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,295 | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 55 | 55 | 81 |
| Cargo cover | 90 | 90 | 90 | 172 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 115 | 115 | 115 | 181 |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | 385 | 455 |
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | 195 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 850 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 245 | |||
| All Weather Package | 500 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 120 | |||
| Fog lights | 382 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 619 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | |||
| Convenience Group | 213 | |||
| Heated front seats | 255 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 591 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 47 | 47 | 47 | 52 |
| Cargo cover | 77 | 77 | 77 | 111 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 97 | 97 | 97 | 117 |
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | 326 | 341 |
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | 166 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 723 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 158 | |||
| All Weather Package | 417 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 78 | |||
| Fog lights | 286 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 464 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,790 | 4,785 | 3,335 | 2,755 |
| Options (change) | 4,163 | 4,158 | 2,926 | 2,024 |
| Destination | 735 | 735 | 735 | 1,010 |
| Total Price | $30,895 | $33,890 | $35,185 | $31,160 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester Premium | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,960 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,111 | ||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2020 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 182hp H4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 26/33 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/60-17 |
| Total Price | $30,895 | $33,890 | $35,185 | $31,160 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,725 | -1,975 | -2,225 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,895 | $32,165 | $33,210 | $28,935 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,270 | $2,315 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2020 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| CVT | $1000 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,100 | $5,825 | $6,075 | $6,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,725 | $1,975 | $2,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,613 | -1,854 | -217 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2007 | 2020 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 105.1 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 67.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,531 lb. | 3,449 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 76.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 68% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester Premium
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| All Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 10% |
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