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Subaru Forester vs. BMW 1-Series 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. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,180 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | ||||
| Difference: $4,340 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,167 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | ||||
| Difference: $3,963 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $26,695 | $27,895 | $28,600 | $34,900 |
| Base Invoice | $24,930 | $26,116 | $26,490 | $32,290 |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | ||
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | ||
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | ||
| Options (change) | 840 | 798 | 3,095 | 3,095 |
| Options (change) | 592 | 564 | 2,815 | 2,815 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $28,180 | $29,338 | $32,520 | $38,820 |
| Total Invoice | $26,167 | $27,325 | $30,130 | $35,930 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,450 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,851 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 7 | 155, 7 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $28,180 | $29,338 | $32,520 | $38,820 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,110 | -2,220 | 0 | -1,250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,070 | $27,118 | $32,520 | $37,570 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,048 | $0 | $5,050 |
| Total Invoice | $26,167 | $27,325 | $30,130 | $35,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,888 | -2,068 | 0 | -1,157 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,279 | $25,257 | $30,130 | $34,773 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,978 | $0 | $4,643 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,190 | $6,300 | $4,080 | $5,330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,110 | $2,220 | $0 | $1,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,888 | -2,068 | 0 | -1,157 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | 1-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 171.7 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 3,253 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 32.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
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