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Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,180 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||||
| Difference: $22,300 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,167 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||||
| Difference: $20,839 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $44,150 | $49,450 | $63,200 | $26,695 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $41,060 | $45,988 | $58,776 | $24,930 | $26,116 |
| Premium I Package | 2,595 | 2,595 | |||
| Heating Package | 980 | 980 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| CD changer, remote | 450 | 450 | 450 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | |||
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||||
| Premium I Package | 2,413 | 2,413 | |||
| Heating Package | 911 | 911 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 659 | 659 | 659 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| CD changer, remote | 418 | 418 | 418 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | |||
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||||
| Options (change) | 5,455 | 5,455 | 1,880 | 840 | 1,068 |
| Options (change) | 5,071 | 5,071 | 1,747 | 592 | 739 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 645 | 645 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $50,480 | $55,780 | $67,255 | $28,180 | $29,608 |
| Total Invoice | $47,006 | $51,934 | $62,698 | $26,167 | $27,500 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,685 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,540 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 355hp V8 | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | A4 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | 120, 7 | 155, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $50,480 | $55,780 | $67,255 | $28,180 | $29,608 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,255 | -6,305 | -6,555 | -640 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,225 | $49,475 | $60,700 | $27,540 | $29,608 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,250 | $15,475 | $0 | $2,068 |
| Total Invoice | $47,006 | $51,934 | $62,698 | $26,167 | $27,500 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,893 | -5,870 | -6,111 | -594 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,113 | $46,064 | $56,587 | $25,573 | $27,500 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,951 | $14,474 | $0 | $1,927 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| 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 height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $11,355 | $12,405 | $12,655 | $6,740 | $6,100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,255 | $6,305 | $6,555 | $640 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,893 | -5,870 | -6,111 | -594 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | Forester |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,210 lb. | 3,166 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1490 | 67% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1490 | 67% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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