Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2009 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2010

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Nissan Xterra 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.

Nissan Xterra vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,640

Nissan Xterra SE   
Difference: $3,463

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,641

Nissan Xterra SE   
Difference: $2,729

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092010
ModelXterraForester
TrimSE2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $27,340 $28,495
Base Invoice $25,620 $26,707
Technology Package 0  
Floor mats 115  
Cargo cover 85 166
iPod integration 270 223
Portable navigation system 590  
Class III trailer hitch 460  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
Navigation system   1,800
Cargo net   46
Rear bumper protector   78
Bodyside moldings   238
Skid plate (one)   258
Satellite radio   453
Class II trailer hitch   468
Technology Package 0  
Floor mats 84  
Cargo cover 63 108
iPod integration 230 145
Portable navigation system 501  
Class III trailer hitch 363  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
Navigation system   1,501
Cargo net   30
Rear bumper protector   51
Bodyside moldings   155
Skid plate (one)   168
Satellite radio   340
Class II trailer hitch   351
Options (change) 1,520 3,913
Options (change) 1,241 2,968
Destination 780 695
Total Price $29,640 $33,103
Total Invoice $27,641 $30,370

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Nissan Xterra dealer quotes or Subaru Forester dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $267
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $693
Model Year20092010
ModelXterraForester
TrimSE2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine261hp V6224hp H4
TransmissionA5T4
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)15/20 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)380, 9140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/65-17225/55-17
Total Price$29,640$33,103
Adjustments for Features0-3,730
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,640$29,373
Total Invoice$27,641$30,370
Adjustments for Features0-3,422
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,641$26,948

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20092010
ModelXterraForester
TrimSE2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Full-size spare tire$225 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack$300 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50 
Class II trailer hitch $200
Class III trailer hitch$250 
Roof rails $250
Small cargo box, roof-mounted$75 
Trailering equipment (7 wire)$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Hood scoop $100
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof, large $1100
Tow hook(s), front$40 
Tubular side steps$350 
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Navigation system $600
Portable navigation system$400 
Surround sound $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Outside temperature display $50
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
White-letter tires$0 
Total Value of Features$3,615$7,345
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,730
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,422

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20092010
ModelXterraForester
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in103.0 in
Length178.7 in179.5 in
Width72.8 in70.1 in
Height74.9 in65.9 in
Curb Weight4,165 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.3 in55.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
35.2 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
65.7 ft368.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Nissan Xterra SE

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 380W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50Yes
Total Requested52549%
Total Not Requested55051%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
A/V input jacks25No
Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested1009%
Total Not Requested97591%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.