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Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,925

Jeep Compass Sport   
Difference: $1,606

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,365

Jeep Compass Sport   
Difference: $1,238

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082009
ModelCompassCompassForester
TrimSportLimited2.5 X
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $17,475 $21,455 $19,995
Base Invoice $16,402 $20,024 $18,938
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 695    
Quick Order Package E 2,125    
Front side airbags 250 250  
Heated front seats 250    
Sunroof 800 800  
AWD 1,750 1,750  
All Weather Package     400
Premium Package     2,500
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     183
Rear bumper protector     78
Universal garage door opener     82
Cargo cover     166
Bodyside moldings     238
Rear spoiler     367
Satellite radio     453
Fog lights     374
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 639    
Quick Order Package E 1,955    
Front side airbags 230 230  
Heated front seats 230    
Sunroof 736 736  
AWD 1,593 1,592  
All Weather Package     367
Premium Package     2,258
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     119
Rear bumper protector     51
Universal garage door opener     54
Cargo cover     108
Bodyside moldings     155
Rear spoiler     275
Satellite radio     340
Fog lights     243
Options (change) 5,870 2,800 4,841
Options (change) 5,383 2,558 3,970
Destination 580 580 695
Total Price $23,925 $24,835 $25,531
Total Invoice $22,365 $23,162 $23,603

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Jeep Compass Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,511
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,207
Model Year200820082009
ModelCompassCompassForester
TrimSportLimited2.5 X
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine172hp I4172hp I4170hp H4
TransmissionM5M5M5
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/27 MPG22/27 MPG20/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 480, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-17215/55-18225/55-17
Total Price$23,925$24,835$25,531
Adjustments for Features0-1,515-700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,925$23,320$24,831
Cost Above Minimum$605$0$0
Total Invoice$22,365$23,162$23,603
Adjustments for Features0-1,413-647
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,365$21,749$22,956
Cost Above Minimum$616$0$0

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Features Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year200820082009
ModelCompassCompassForester
TrimSportLimited2.5 X
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100 
Cruise control $150$150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 $75
Cargo mat $40 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0
Wiper de-icer  $25
Drivetrain 
Lockable center differential$150$150 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 $75
Sunroof$900$900 
Sunroof, large  $1100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Satellite radio  $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Heated mirrors  $25
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Foldaway tray table, second row  $75
Folding passenger seat$150$150 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$3,150$4,665$3,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,515$700
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,413-647

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Specifications Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20082009
ModelCompassForester
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.7 in103.0 in
Length173.4 in179.5 in
Width69.3 in70.1 in
Height64.2 in65.9 in
Curb Weight3,241 lb.3,250 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.6 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.9 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.3 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.9 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
52.5 ft368.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Jeep Compass Sport

Security and Cargo Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Cargo cover75Yes
Compass0Yes
Alarm100No
Total Requested47583%
Total Not Requested10017%
Quick Order Package E
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors125Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Manual height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual recliner, second row seats75Yes
Folding passenger seat150No
Deep-tinted rear windows275Yes
Floor mats75Yes
Map lights25No
AC power outlet100No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested155085%
Total Not Requested27515%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
All Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25No
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested20080%
Total Not Requested5020%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof, large1100No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Manual recliner, second row seats75Yes
Deep-tinted rear windows275Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Roof rails250Yes
Foldaway tray table, second row75No
225/55HR17 tires400No
Total Requested107541%
Total Not Requested157559%

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