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Mercedes-Benz GL 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.
Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,101 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $30,154 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,030 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $28,068 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $51,987 | $26,116 |
| Cargo tray | 160 | 75 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 2,100 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 510 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 72 | |
| Cargo organizer | 115 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 299 | |
| Cargo tray | 149 | 46 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,953 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 474 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 47 | |
| Cargo organizer | 72 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 195 | |
| Options (change) | 3,480 | 1,561 |
| Options (change) | 3,236 | 1,269 |
| Destination | 875 | 645 |
| Total Price | $60,255 | $30,101 |
| Total Invoice | $56,098 | $28,030 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,544 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,845 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 335hp V8 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T7 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/18 MPG | 18/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 155, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/60-18 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $60,255 | $30,101 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,610 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,645 | $30,101 |
| Total Invoice | $56,098 | $28,030 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,223 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $50,875 | $28,030 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,630 | $6,020 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,610 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,223 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,280 lb. | 3,350 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 33.7 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
| 4-speed automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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