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Kia Spectra5 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Spectra5 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $18,795 Kia Spectra5 SX | |||||
| Difference: $4,940 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $17,565 Kia Spectra5 SX | |||||
| Difference: $4,691 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Spectra5 | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SX | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $16,695 | $21,195 | $26,695 | $26,995 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $15,610 | $20,015 | $24,930 | $25,297 | $26,116 |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | 300 | ||||
| Sunroof | 750 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,500 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | 42 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | 353 | ||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 360 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | 270 | ||||
| Sunroof | 675 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,338 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | 28 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | 230 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,450 | 1,895 | 395 | 0 | 353 |
| Options (change) | 1,305 | 1,596 | 258 | 0 | 230 |
| Destination | 650 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $18,795 | $23,735 | $27,735 | $27,640 | $28,893 |
| Total Invoice | $17,565 | $22,256 | $25,833 | $25,942 | $26,991 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Spectra5 vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Spectra5 SX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,565 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,526 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Spectra5 | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SX | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 173hp H4 | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | M5 | M5 | A4 | M5 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 120, 4 | 120, 7 | 155, 7 | 155, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-16 | 215/60-16 | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $18,795 | $23,735 | $27,735 | $27,640 | $28,893 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,375 | -5,365 | -2,975 | -4,475 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $18,795 | $20,360 | $22,370 | $24,665 | $24,418 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,010 | $4,305 | $4,058 |
| Total Invoice | $17,565 | $22,256 | $25,833 | $25,942 | $26,991 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,165 | -4,997 | -2,792 | -4,180 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $17,565 | $19,091 | $20,836 | $23,150 | $22,811 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,745 | $4,059 | $3,720 |
Features Comparison: Kia Spectra5 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Spectra5 | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SX | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||||
| Hood scoop | $100 | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $1,900 | $5,275 | $7,265 | $4,875 | $6,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,375 | $5,365 | $2,975 | $4,475 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,165 | -4,997 | -2,792 | -4,180 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Spectra5 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Spectra5 | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,845 lb. | 3,166 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.4 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.8 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.8 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.8 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Unbranded, 120W, 4 speakers | 350 | No |
| 4-wheel disc brakes | 150 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | No |
| Satellite radio prep | 0 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 2550 | 72% |
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