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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: $35,031 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $5,979 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,058 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $5,795 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $29,995 |
| Base Invoice | $30,027 | $35,268 | $28,084 |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | 570 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 69 |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | 166 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 120 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 | 1,600 |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Rugged Package | 887 | ||
| Cargo net | 48 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | ||
| Remote start | 432 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | 484 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 39 |
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | 108 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 106 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | 676 | 1,335 |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Rugged Package | 608 | ||
| Cargo net | 31 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | ||
| Remote start | 324 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,090 | 5,290 | 4,311 |
| Options (change) | 7,001 | 4,621 | 3,249 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 725 |
| Total Price | $41,010 | $43,970 | $35,031 |
| Total Invoice | $37,853 | $40,714 | $32,058 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,764 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,751 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $41,010 | $43,970 | $35,031 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,215 | -3,780 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,795 | $40,190 | $35,031 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $37,853 | $40,714 | $32,058 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,044 | -3,500 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,809 | $37,214 | $32,058 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,405 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| 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 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,980 | $9,545 | $5,765 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,215 | $3,780 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,044 | -3,500 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| 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 XLT
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1975 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 35% |
| 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
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 Touring
| 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% |
| Rugged Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | Yes |
| Mud guards | 75 | No |
| Rear bumper protector | 40 | No |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 37% |
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