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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: $33,482 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $10,368 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,743 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $9,865 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $28,195 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $26,409 |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 69 |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 166 |
| Navigation system | 795 | 1,800 |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | |
| Remote start | 432 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 432 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 39 |
| Cargo cover | 115 | 108 |
| Navigation system | 676 | 1,650 |
| AWD | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | |
| Remote start | 324 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 324 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | |
| Options (change) | 5,170 | 4,592 |
| Options (change) | 4,515 | 3,639 |
| Destination | 825 | 695 |
| Total Price | $43,850 | $33,482 |
| Total Invoice | $40,608 | $30,743 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,508 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,364 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $43,850 | $33,482 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,860 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,990 | $33,482 |
| Total Invoice | $40,608 | $30,743 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,501 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,107 | $30,743 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,605 | $4,745 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,860 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,501 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 38% |
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