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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: $37,406 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $35,644 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,492 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $33,505 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $33,095 |
| Base Invoice | $51,987 | $30,927 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 2,100 | |
| Cargo tray | 160 | |
| Premium II Package | 8,600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | |
| iPod integration | 375 | |
| Proximity key | 1,110 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 510 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,895 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 58 | |
| Cargo organizer | 60 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 95 | |
| Cargo cover | 182 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 224 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 634 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,953 | |
| Cargo tray | 149 | |
| Premium II Package | 7,998 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | |
| iPod integration | 349 | |
| Proximity key | 1,032 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,046 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 474 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,638 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 37 | |
| Cargo organizer | 39 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 61 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 145 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 475 | |
| Options (change) | 16,275 | 3,461 |
| Options (change) | 15,135 | 2,715 |
| Destination | 875 | 850 |
| Total Price | $73,050 | $37,406 |
| Total Invoice | $67,997 | $34,492 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $30,034 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,283 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 335hp V8 | 250hp H4 |
| Transmission | T7 | CVT-8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/18 MPG | 23/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/60-18 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $73,050 | $37,406 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,610 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,440 | $37,406 |
| Total Invoice | $67,997 | $34,492 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,222 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $62,775 | $34,492 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Lane sway warning | $25 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| 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 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,805 | $7,195 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,610 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,222 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 180.9 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 66.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,280 lb. | 3,624 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 43.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 38.0 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 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL320
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Heat-reflective glass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 3115 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 2575 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 57% |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 41% |
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