Kia Soul Kia Soul 2014 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2013

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Soul 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.

Kia Soul vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,415

Kia Soul !   
Difference: $4,377

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,695

Kia Soul !   
Difference: $3,767

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142013
ModelSoulForester
Trim!2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $20,500 $29,995
Base Invoice $19,521 $28,084
Universal garage door opener 350 93
The Whole Shabang Package 2,500  
Sun & Sound Package 2,600  
Rear spoiler 395  
Metal pedals 80  
Floor mats 115  
Interior ambient lighting 450  
Cargo net 50 48
Cargo tray 80  
Remote start 425 432
Rear bumper protector, clear tape 75  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   185
Navigation system   1,000
Cargo cover   166
Rear bumper protector   78
Universal garage door opener 291 61
The Whole Shabang Package 2,325  
Sun & Sound Package 2,378  
Rear spoiler 327  
Metal pedals 67  
Floor mats 93  
Interior ambient lighting 374  
Cargo net 42 31
Cargo tray 67  
Remote start 353 324
Rear bumper protector, clear tape 62  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   120
Navigation system   888
Cargo cover   108
Rear bumper protector   51
Options (change) 7,120 2,002
Options (change) 6,379 1,583
Destination 795 795
Total Price $28,415 $32,792
Total Invoice $26,695 $30,462

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Soul dealer quotes or Subaru Forester dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Soul vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Soul !
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,617
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,061
Model Year20142013
ModelSoulForester
Trim!2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine164hp I4224hp H4
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/31 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)350, 10?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$28,415$32,792
Adjustments for Features0-760
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,415$32,032
Total Invoice$26,695$30,462
Adjustments for Features0-706
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,695$29,756

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Soul vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20142013
ModelSoulForester
Trim!2.5 XT Touring
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Proximity key$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Ionizing air filtration$50 
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Hood scoop $100
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear bumper protector, clear tape$25 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
App support$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Speaker lights$100 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Heated second row seats$200 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power release, second row seats $50
Upholstered instrument cluster hood$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Total Value of Features$3,950$4,710
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$760
Value of Feature Adjustments0-706

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Soul vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20142013
ModelSoulForester
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase101.2 in103.0 in
Length163.0 in169.5 in
Width70.9 in70.1 in
Height63.0 in65.9 in
Curb Weight2,879 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.2 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.5 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.9 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
24.2 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
61.3 ft368.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Soul !

The Whole Shabang Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Heated steering wheel100No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Total Requested160065%
Total Not Requested85035%
Sun & Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Speaker lights100No
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Infinity, 350W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested97536%
Total Not Requested170064%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested925100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.