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Hyundai Sonata vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Sonata vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,245

Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T   
Difference: $1,432

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,248

Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T   
Difference: $1,194

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112009
ModelSonataForester
TrimLimited 2.0T2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,245 $28,195
Base Invoice $25,465 $26,409
Navigation Package 2,100  
Floor mats 100  
Cargo net 50 46
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
Universal garage door opener   82
iPod integration   223
Satellite radio   453
Navigation system   1,800
Navigation Package 1,911  
Floor mats 81  
Cargo net 41 30
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
Universal garage door opener   54
iPod integration   145
Satellite radio   340
Navigation system   1,650
Options (change) 2,250 2,787
Options (change) 2,033 2,338
Destination 750 695
Total Price $30,245 $31,677
Total Invoice $28,248 $29,442

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $363
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $474
Model Year20112009
ModelSonataForester
TrimLimited 2.0T2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine274hp I4224hp H4
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/33 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)400, 9140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$30,245$31,677
Adjustments for Features0-1,795
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,245$29,882
Total Invoice$28,248$29,442
Adjustments for Features0-1,668
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,248$27,774

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20112009
ModelSonataForester
TrimLimited 2.0T2.5 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 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop $100
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
iPod integration $100
Surround sound $250
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
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$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
Heated second row seats$200 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals $75
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,600$5,395
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,795
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,668

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

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20112009
ModelSonataForester
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.0 in103.0 in
Length189.8 in179.5 in
Width72.2 in70.1 in
Height57.9 in65.9 in
Curb Weight3,338 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		16.4 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		16.468.3 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata Limited 2.0T

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200No
Infinity, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested60046%
Total Not Requested70054%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
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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