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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: $31,878 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $10,937 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,369 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $9,791 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SHO | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,770 | $27,995 | $29,995 |
| Base Invoice | $34,663 | $26,186 | $28,084 |
| Package 401B | 2,000 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,750 | 1,600 | 1,600 |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 69 | 69 |
| Remote start | 395 | 432 | 432 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | |
| Cargo net | 48 | 48 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | ||
| Package 401B | 1,740 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,523 | 1,335 | 1,335 |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 39 | 39 |
| Remote start | 344 | 324 | 324 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | |
| Cargo net | 31 | 31 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,220 | 3,158 | 2,790 |
| Options (change) | 3,672 | 2,458 | 2,182 |
| Destination | 825 | 725 | 725 |
| Total Price | $42,815 | $31,878 | $33,510 |
| Total Invoice | $39,160 | $29,369 | $30,991 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,027 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,959 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SHO | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 140, 6 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $42,815 | $31,878 | $33,510 |
| Adjustments for Features | -910 | 0 | -175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,905 | $31,878 | $33,335 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,457 |
| Total Invoice | $39,160 | $29,369 | $30,991 |
| Adjustments for Features | -832 | 0 | -162 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,328 | $29,369 | $30,829 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,460 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SHO | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,820 | $4,910 | $5,085 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $910 | $0 | $175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -832 | 0 | -162 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 3,251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 401B | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 45% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| 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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