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Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3 / S3 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 / S3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,147 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $6,960 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,064 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $6,224 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $28,495 | $37,900 |
| Base Invoice | $26,707 | $35,248 |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | 150 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 180 |
| iPod integration | 223 | 350 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | |
| Metal pedals | 195 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Roof rails | 500 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | 139 |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 168 |
| iPod integration | 145 | 325 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | |
| Metal pedals | 181 | |
| Heated front seats | 467 | |
| Roof rails | 467 | |
| Options (change) | 957 | 2,450 |
| Options (change) | 662 | 2,283 |
| Destination | 695 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,168 |
| Total Price | $30,147 | $37,107 |
| Total Invoice | $28,064 | $34,288 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,015 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,351 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 150hp I4 PiH |
| Transmission | T4 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 6 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $30,147 | $37,107 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -945 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,147 | $36,162 |
| Total Invoice | $28,064 | $34,288 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -873 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,064 | $33,415 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,445 | $5,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $945 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -873 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 169.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,903 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 52.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 39.5 ft3 |
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