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Honda Element 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.
Honda Element vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,045 Honda Element EX | ||||
| Difference: $3,525 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,354 Honda Element EX | ||||
| Difference: $3,392 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $22,635 | $26,595 | $27,895 | $29,895 |
| Base Invoice | $21,067 | $24,905 | $26,094 | $27,992 |
| Navigation system | 1,700 | 1,200 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Navigation system | 1,577 | 1,066 | 888 | 888 |
| Options (change) | 1,700 | 1,200 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Options (change) | 1,577 | 1,066 | 888 | 888 |
| Destination | 710 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $25,045 | $28,570 | $29,670 | $31,670 |
| Total Invoice | $23,354 | $26,746 | $27,757 | $29,655 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,290 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,052 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 166hp I4 | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | A5 | T4 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | 80, 6 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/70-16 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $25,045 | $28,570 | $29,670 | $31,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,815 | -6,515 | -6,890 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,045 | $22,755 | $23,155 | $24,780 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $400 | $2,025 |
| Total Invoice | $23,354 | $26,746 | $27,757 | $29,655 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,444 | -6,095 | -6,452 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,354 | $21,302 | $21,662 | $23,203 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $360 | $1,901 |
Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |||
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | |||
| Removable cooler console | $175 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Removable second row seats | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,600 | $7,415 | $8,115 | $8,490 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,815 | $6,515 | $6,890 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,444 | -6,095 | -6,452 |
Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 169.9 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,516 lb. | 3,251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 43.3 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.0 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 47.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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