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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: $31,329 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| Difference: $5,191 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,975 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| Difference: $4,795 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $27,995 | $29,995 | $28,600 | $34,900 |
| Base Invoice | $26,186 | $28,084 | $26,490 | $32,290 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | 350 | 350 |
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 1,600 | 2,100 | 2,100 |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 368 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| HD radio | 350 | 350 | ||
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,400 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | 320 | 320 |
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,910 | 1,910 |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 276 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| HD radio | 315 | 315 | ||
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 730 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,095 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,609 | 2,241 | 7,095 | 8,245 |
| Options (change) | 2,064 | 1,788 | 6,455 | 7,500 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $31,329 | $32,961 | $36,520 | $43,970 |
| Total Invoice | $28,975 | $30,597 | $33,770 | $40,615 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,401 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,689 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $31,329 | $32,961 | $36,520 | $43,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,210 | -4,385 | 0 | -2,730 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,119 | $28,576 | $36,520 | $41,240 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,457 | $0 | $4,720 |
| Total Invoice | $28,975 | $30,597 | $33,770 | $40,615 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,894 | -4,071 | 0 | -2,522 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,081 | $26,526 | $33,770 | $38,093 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,445 | $0 | $4,323 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,910 | $7,085 | $2,700 | $5,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,210 | $4,385 | $0 | $2,730 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,894 | -4,071 | 0 | -2,522 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | 1-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 171.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,253 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 32.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1330 | 43% |
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