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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: $36,523 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $13,722 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,856 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $12,936 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,095 | $41,100 |
| Base Invoice | $30,927 | $38,224 |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,895 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | |
| Cargo organizer | 60 | 70 |
| Cargo net | 90 | 150 |
| All-weather floor mats | 72 | 180 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 224 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,400 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,638 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | |
| Cargo organizer | 39 | 65 |
| Cargo net | 58 | 139 |
| All-weather floor mats | 46 | 168 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 145 | |
| Advanced Technology Package | 1,302 | |
| Prestige Package | 5,488 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | |
| Options (change) | 2,578 | 8,250 |
| Options (change) | 2,079 | 7,673 |
| Destination | 850 | 895 |
| Total Price | $36,523 | $50,245 |
| Total Invoice | $33,856 | $46,792 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,492 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,859 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 250hp H4 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | CVT-8 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/28 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 705, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,523 | $50,245 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,230 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,523 | $48,015 |
| Total Invoice | $33,856 | $46,792 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,077 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,856 | $44,715 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | A3 / S3 |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane sway warning | $25 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $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 release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,835 | $9,065 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,230 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,077 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Audi A3 / S3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | A3 / S3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 175.4 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,624 lb. | 3,462 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1975 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Advanced Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bang & Olufsen, 705W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Black grille (optional) | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 2200 | 63% |
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