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Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3 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. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,068 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $3,847 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,690 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $3,776 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | A3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | 2.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $28,195 | $27,270 |
| Base Invoice | $26,409 | $25,361 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | -200 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 120 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 2,000 |
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,000 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,275 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | -186 |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 112 |
| Navigation system | 1,650 | 1,860 |
| Cold Weather Package | 466 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,860 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | 466 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,186 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,023 | |
| Options (change) | 3,178 | 7,770 |
| Options (change) | 2,586 | 7,230 |
| Destination | 695 | 875 |
| Total Price | $32,068 | $35,915 |
| Total Invoice | $29,690 | $33,466 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,652 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,447 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | A3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | 2.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 21/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $32,068 | $35,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,805 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,263 | $35,915 |
| Total Invoice | $29,690 | $33,466 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,671 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,019 | $33,466 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | A3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | 2.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,495 | $3,690 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,805 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,671 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | A3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,263 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 34.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 27% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 6% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 955 | 60% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 15% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 85% |
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