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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: $30,697 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $13,488 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,406 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $12,707 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | Sport | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $40,780 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $38,027 | $26,116 |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 55 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 295 | |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | |
| Satellite radio | 445 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 800 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 497 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 66 | 33 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 118 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 192 | |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | |
| Satellite radio | 334 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 727 | |
| Options (change) | 2,510 | 2,177 |
| Options (change) | 2,191 | 1,665 |
| Destination | 895 | 625 |
| Total Price | $44,185 | $30,697 |
| Total Invoice | $41,113 | $28,406 |
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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: $7,528 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,161 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | Sport | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 21/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 155, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $44,185 | $30,697 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,960 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,225 | $30,697 |
| Total Invoice | $41,113 | $28,406 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,546 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,567 | $28,406 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | Sport | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,455 | $5,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,960 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,546 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,921 lb. | 3,350 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 33.7 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 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| 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% |
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