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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: $29,075

Nissan Xterra S   
Difference: $948

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,423

Nissan Xterra S   
Difference: $389

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122006
ModelXterraForester
TrimS2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $27,200 $27,895
Base Invoice $25,773 $26,005
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 205 183
Floor mats 120  
Cargo cover 100  
Cargo organizer 155 115
Class III trailer hitch 470  
Skid plate (one)   110
Class II trailer hitch   295
4-speed automatic   800
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 164 119
Floor mats 91  
Cargo cover 80  
Cargo organizer 117 72
Class III trailer hitch 373  
Skid plate (one)   71
Class II trailer hitch   192
4-speed automatic   728
Options (change) 1,050 1,503
Options (change) 825 1,182
Destination 825 625
Total Price $29,075 $30,023
Total Invoice $27,423 $27,812

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,277
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,525
Model Year20122006
ModelXterraForester
TrimS2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine261hp V6230hp H4
TransmissionA5A4
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG21/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/70-16215/60-16
Total Price$29,075$30,023
Adjustments for Features0-4,225
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,075$25,798
Total Invoice$27,423$27,812
Adjustments for Features0-3,914
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,423$23,898

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Features Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122006
ModelXterraForester
TrimS2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
4-speed automatic $800
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Traction control$100 
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails$250 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50 
Class II trailer hitch $200
Class III trailer hitch$250 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Trailering equipment (7 wire)$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Hood scoop $100
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Outside temperature display $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height 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$3,150$7,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,225
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,914

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20122006
ModelXterraForester
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in99.4 in
Length178.7 in176.6 in
Width72.8 in68.3 in
Height74.9 in65.0 in
Curb Weight4,143 lb.3,350 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.3 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.1 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
35.2 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
65.7 ft357.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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