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Hyundai Elantra vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,505

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $6,679

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,296

Hyundai Elantra Sport   
Difference: $5,516

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152009
ModelElantraForester
TrimSport2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $21,600 $28,195
Base Invoice $20,672 $26,409
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 275 183
Tech Package 1,200  
Floor mats 125  
Cargo net 50 46
Cargo tray 80 75
Remote start 350 432
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,000  
iPod integration   223
Universal garage door opener   82
Satellite radio   453
Navigation system   1,800
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 248 119
Tech Package 1,092  
Floor mats 100  
Cargo net 41 30
Cargo tray 64 46
Remote start 316 324
6-speed shiftable automatic 938  
iPod integration   145
Universal garage door opener   54
Satellite radio   340
Navigation system   1,650
Options (change) 3,080 3,294
Options (change) 2,799 2,708
Destination 825 695
Total Price $25,505 $32,184
Total Invoice $24,296 $29,812

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,439
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,441
Model Year20152009
ModelElantraForester
TrimSport2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine173hp I4224hp H4
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/35 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 6140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/55-17
Total Price$25,505$32,184
Adjustments for Features0-2,240
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,505$29,944
Total Invoice$24,296$29,812
Adjustments for Features0-2,075
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,296$27,737

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20152009
ModelElantraForester
TrimSport2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop $100
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
iPod integration $100
Media drive, small$5 
Pandora internet radio connectivity$0 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic + travel information$25 
USB port$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,380$5,620
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,240
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,075

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Elantra vs. Subaru Forester features.

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20152009
ModelElantraForester
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in103.0 in
Length179.1 in179.5 in
Width69.9 in70.1 in
Height56.5 in65.9 in
Curb Weight2,923 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.8 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.1 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		14.8 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		14.868.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Elantra vs. Subaru Forester specs.

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Sport

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Unbranded, 360W, 6 speakers350No
Pandora internet radio connectivity0No
Remote app25No
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation225No
Vehicle health reports0No
Total Requested60044%
Total Not Requested75056%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
A/V input jacks25No
Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested60062%
Total Not Requested37538%

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