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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: $33,635 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $13,155 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,840 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $13,875 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Trim | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,300 | $28,195 |
| Base Invoice | $39,442 | $26,409 |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | 570 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 69 |
| Cargo tray | 100 | 75 |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | 78 |
| Cargo cover | 130 | 166 |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | |
| Remote start | 432 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 432 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | 542 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 71 | 39 |
| Cargo tray | 95 | 46 |
| Rear bumper protector | 71 | 51 |
| Cargo cover | 124 | 108 |
| AWD | 1,910 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,515 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | |
| Remote start | 324 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 324 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | |
| Navigation system | 1,650 | |
| Options (change) | 4,545 | 4,745 |
| Options (change) | 4,328 | 3,736 |
| Destination | 945 | 695 |
| Total Price | $46,790 | $33,635 |
| Total Invoice | $44,715 | $30,840 |
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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: $5,280 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,349 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 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) | 16/23 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 | $46,790 | $33,635 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,875 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,915 | $33,635 |
| Total Invoice | $44,715 | $30,840 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,526 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,189 | $30,840 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2016 | 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 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| 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 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| 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 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,870 | $4,995 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,875 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,526 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,633 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | ||
| 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 | Yes |
| 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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