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Subaru Forester vs. Acura TLX 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.
Subaru Forester vs. Acura TLX Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,111 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| Difference: $13,384 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2022 | 2022 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | TLX | TLX |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 2.0T | Type S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $29,895 | $38,900 | $53,700 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 368 | |||
| Remote start | 432 | 432 | ||
| Technology Package | 4,000 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | ||
| Navigation system | 888 | 888 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 276 | |||
| Remote start | 324 | 324 | ||
| Technology Package | 0 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,441 | 2,073 | 4,500 | 500 |
| Options (change) | 1,941 | 1,665 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 1,095 | 1,095 |
| Total Price | $31,111 | $32,743 | $44,495 | $55,295 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Acura TLX
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Acura TLX Type S | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,929 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,887 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2022 | 2022 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | TLX | TLX |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 2.0T | Type S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 272hp I4 | 355hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T10 | T10 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | 550, 13 | 710, 17 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 235/50-18 | 255/35-20 |
| Total Price | $31,111 | $32,743 | $44,495 | $55,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -175 | -3,455 | -8,680 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,111 | $32,568 | $41,040 | $46,615 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,457 | $0 | $5,575 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Acura TLX
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2022 | 2022 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | TLX | TLX |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 2.0T | Type S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 10-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1500 | $1500 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | ||
| Electronic engine sound enhancement | $0 | $0 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alexa integration | $0 | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Performance meter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Road sign information | $75 | $75 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Upholstered door armrests (optional) | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||
| Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options | $0 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Wheels, dark finish | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,535 | $6,710 | $9,990 | $15,215 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $175 | $3,455 | $8,680 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -163 | -85 | -172 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Acura TLX
| Model Year | 2012 | 2022 |
| Model | Forester | TLX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 113.0 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,710 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Acura TLX 2.0T
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| ELS, 550W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 30% |
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