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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: $36,547 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||||
| Difference: $828 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,747 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||||
| Difference: $621 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $28,470 | $31,615 | $35,550 | $33,795 |
| Base Invoice | $26,458 | $29,319 | $32,901 | $31,569 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 995 | |||
| Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 795 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | |||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | 385 | 445 |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| Sport Package | 1,495 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 72 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 199 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | 95 | |||
| Cargo cover | 182 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 634 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 846 | |||
| Convenience Package | 506 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 675 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Satellite radio | 166 | |||
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | 327 | 333 |
| AWD | 2,112 | 2,112 | 2,112 | |
| Sport Package | 1,271 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 46 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 117 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | 61 | |||
| Cargo cover | 118 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 475 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,090 | 7,260 | 5,570 | 1,902 |
| Options (change) | 7,095 | 6,391 | 4,954 | 1,328 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 815 | 850 |
| Total Price | $37,375 | $39,690 | $41,935 | $36,547 |
| Total Invoice | $34,368 | $36,525 | $38,670 | $33,747 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,398 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,994 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 250hp H4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 | CVT-8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 23/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $37,375 | $39,690 | $41,935 | $36,547 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,000 | -2,700 | -2,570 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,375 | $38,690 | $39,235 | $33,977 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,315 | $1,860 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,368 | $36,525 | $38,670 | $33,747 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -920 | -2,490 | -2,373 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,368 | $35,605 | $36,180 | $31,374 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,237 | $1,812 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| PIN Code Access | $10 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Terrain selector | $200 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $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 | $50 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,000 | $7,000 | $8,700 | $8,570 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,000 | $2,700 | $2,570 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -920 | -2,490 | -2,373 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 180.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 66.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 3,624 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 43.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 38.0 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 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 4% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 275 | 39% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 61% |
| Sun and SYNC Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Running boards | 350 | No |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 9% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 91% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 66% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
| 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% |
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