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Ford Taurus 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 Taurus vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,175 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $48 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,645 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $511 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forester |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,635 | $27,620 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $21,801 | $25,388 | $26,116 |
| Interior Convenience Package | 895 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 695 | ||
| Heated front seats | 240 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 55 |
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | 445 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | 895 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | ||
| Interior Convenience Package | 779 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 605 | ||
| Heated front seats | 209 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 57 | 57 | 33 |
| Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | 334 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | ||
| Sunroof | 779 | 779 | |
| AWD | 1,666 | 1,666 | |
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,740 | 3,510 | 1,683 |
| Options (change) | 5,044 | 3,103 | 1,395 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 645 |
| Total Price | $30,175 | $31,930 | $30,223 |
| Total Invoice | $27,645 | $29,291 | $28,156 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $97 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $376 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forester |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG | 18/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | 155, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $30,175 | $31,930 | $30,223 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -550 | -145 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,175 | $31,380 | $30,078 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,205 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,645 | $29,291 | $28,156 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -505 | -135 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,645 | $28,786 | $28,021 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,141 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forester |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,525 | $6,075 | $5,670 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $550 | $145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -505 | -135 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,814 lb. | 3,350 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 31% |
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 23% |
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% |
| 4-speed automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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