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Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,405

Jeep Compass Limited   
Difference: $4,805

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,864

Jeep Compass Limited   
Difference: $4,322

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008
ModelCompassForesterForester
TrimLimited2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $21,455 $26,695 $27,895
Base Invoice $20,024 $24,930 $26,116
CD changer, in-dash 320    
Front side airbags 250    
Sunroof 800    
Rear bumper protector   72 72
Rear spoiler   353 353
Satellite radio   445 445
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     183
Universal garage door opener     87
CD changer, in-dash 294    
Front side airbags 230    
Sunroof 736    
Rear bumper protector   47 47
Rear spoiler   230 230
Satellite radio   334 334
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     119
Universal garage door opener     56
Options (change) 1,370 870 1,140
Options (change) 1,260 611 786
Destination 580 645 645
Total Price $23,405 $28,210 $29,680
Total Invoice $21,864 $26,186 $27,547

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Jeep Compass Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,405
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,094
Model Year200820082008
ModelCompassForesterForester
TrimLimited2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine172hp I4173hp H4224hp H4
TransmissionM5A4M5
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4120, 7155, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-18215/60-16215/55-17
Total Price$23,405$28,210$29,680
Adjustments for Features0-2,400-1,785
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,405$25,810$27,895
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,085
Total Invoice$21,864$26,186$27,547
Adjustments for Features0-2,228-1,657
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,864$23,958$25,890
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,932

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Features Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year200820082008
ModelCompassForesterForester
TrimLimited2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0
4-speed automatic $800 
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist$50  
Full-size spare tire $225$225
Rollover sensor$50  
Side curtain airbags$350  
Stability control$400  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Traction control$100  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo mat$40$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rack $300$300
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Interior air filter $0$0
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350$350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Hood scoop  $100
Sunroof$900  
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125  
Satellite radio $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Heated mirrors $25$25
Trip computer$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Folding passenger seat$150  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$3,615$6,015$5,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,400$1,785
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,228-1,657

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See a complete comparison of Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester features.

Specifications Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20082008
ModelCompassForester
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.7 in99.4 in
Length173.4 in176.6 in
Width69.3 in68.3 in
Height64.2 in65.0 in
Curb Weight3,090 lb.3,166 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.6 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.9 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom39.3 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.9 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		52.5 ft357.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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