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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: $30,345 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | ||||
| Difference: $8,750 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,998 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | ||||
| Difference: $7,807 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $32,155 | $38,155 | $25,995 | $28,195 |
| Base Invoice | $29,635 | $35,035 | $24,330 | $26,409 |
| Navigation system | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,800 | 1,800 |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 69 | 69 |
| Remote start | 425 | 425 | 432 | 432 |
| Sunroof | 995 | |||
| Package 303A | 2,800 | |||
| Package 401A | 2,000 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | ||
| Cargo net | 46 | 46 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | 82 | ||
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 367 | |||
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,610 | 1,610 | 1,647 | 1,650 |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 65 | 39 | 39 |
| Remote start | 398 | 398 | 324 | 324 |
| Sunroof | 866 | |||
| Package 303A | 2,436 | |||
| Package 401A | 1,740 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | 54 | ||
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 275 | |||
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,145 | 4,350 | 3,655 | 3,288 |
| Options (change) | 5,375 | 3,813 | 2,973 | 2,701 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $39,095 | $43,300 | $30,345 | $32,178 |
| Total Invoice | $35,805 | $39,643 | $27,998 | $29,805 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,765 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,905 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 140, 6 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $39,095 | $43,300 | $30,345 | $32,178 |
| Adjustments for Features | -985 | -2,060 | 0 | -235 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,110 | $41,240 | $30,345 | $31,943 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,130 | $0 | $1,598 |
| Total Invoice | $35,805 | $39,643 | $27,998 | $29,805 |
| Adjustments for Features | -902 | -1,886 | 0 | -218 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,903 | $37,757 | $27,998 | $29,587 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,854 | $0 | $1,589 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,795 | $7,870 | $5,810 | $6,045 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $985 | $2,060 | $0 | $235 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -902 | -1,886 | 0 | -218 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| 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 Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
| Package 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 17% |
| Total Not Requested | 2125 | 83% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 32% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / 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% |
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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