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Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 GLS vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,163 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | |||||
| Difference: $47,477 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,187 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | |||||
| Difference: $44,671 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $69,550 | $94,950 | $125,300 | $31,295 | $34,295 |
| Base Invoice | $64,682 | $88,304 | $116,529 | $29,243 | $32,028 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,830 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,250 | 1,375 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | ||||
| Power release, second row seats | 400 | 400 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | |||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | 199 | |||
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,595 | 1,595 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | 38 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | 76 | |||
| Cargo net | 90 | 90 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | 95 | 95 | |||
| Cargo cover | 182 | 182 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 224 | 224 | |||
| AC power outlet | 415 | 415 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 634 | 634 | |||
| Remote start | 445 | 445 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,562 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,093 | 1,279 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | ||||
| Power release, second row seats | 372 | 372 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | 233 | |||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | 129 | |||
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,366 | 1,366 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | 24 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | 49 | |||
| Cargo net | 58 | 58 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | 61 | 61 | |||
| Cargo cover | 118 | 118 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 145 | 145 | |||
| AC power outlet | 311 | 311 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 475 | 475 | |||
| Remote start | 333 | 333 | |||
| Options (change) | 13,095 | 3,690 | 575 | 3,993 | 3,993 |
| Options (change) | 12,181 | 3,433 | 535 | 3,069 | 3,069 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $83,640 | $99,635 | $126,870 | $36,163 | $39,163 |
| Total Invoice | $77,858 | $92,732 | $118,059 | $33,187 | $35,972 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $40,097 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,801 | |||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 550hp V8 | 170hp H4 | 250hp H4 |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T7 | CVT | CVT-8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 440, 8 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 | 225/55-18 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $83,640 | $99,635 | $126,870 | $36,163 | $39,163 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,380 | -10,720 | -12,520 | 0 | -300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $76,260 | $88,915 | $114,350 | $36,163 | $38,863 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $12,655 | $38,090 | $0 | $2,700 |
| Total Invoice | $77,858 | $92,732 | $118,059 | $33,187 | $35,972 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,870 | -9,977 | -11,650 | 0 | -276 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $70,988 | $82,755 | $106,409 | $33,187 | $35,696 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $11,767 | $35,421 | $0 | $2,509 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||
| CVT | $1000 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | $25 | |||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | |||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | $150 | |||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | |||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | $25 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $15,595 | $18,935 | $20,735 | $8,215 | $8,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,380 | $10,720 | $12,520 | $0 | $300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,870 | -9,977 | -11,650 | 0 | -276 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | GLS | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 180.9 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 66.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,401 lb. | 3,297 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 43.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 865 | 35% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 41% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS550
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5i 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? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Backup collision intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2475 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 7% |
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? |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Backup collision intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2475 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 11% |
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