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Subaru Forester vs. BMW 2-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 2-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,329 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||
| Difference: $14,166 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,975 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||
| Difference: $13,990 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 2-Series | 2-Series | 2-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 230i | M240i | M2 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $27,995 | $29,995 | $34,800 | $45,300 | $53,500 |
| Base Invoice | $26,186 | $28,084 | $33,045 | $42,810 | $50,435 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | 800 | 800 | |
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 1,600 | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 368 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| Sunroof | 900 | 0 | 1,050 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | |||
| M Sport Design | 3,800 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | 735 | 735 | |
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,565 | 1,565 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 276 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | ||
| Heated front seats | 460 | 460 | |||
| Sunroof | 830 | 0 | 965 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | |||
| M Sport Design | 3,495 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 2,609 | 2,241 | 9,700 | 5,000 | 1,600 |
| Options (change) | 2,064 | 1,788 | 8,925 | 4,600 | 1,470 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $31,329 | $32,961 | $45,495 | $51,295 | $56,095 |
| Total Invoice | $28,975 | $30,597 | $42,965 | $48,405 | $52,900 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 2-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,781 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,738 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 2-Series | 2-Series | 2-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 230i | M240i | M2 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 | 365hp I6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T8 | T8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 360, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 245/35-19 |
| Total Price | $31,329 | $32,961 | $45,495 | $51,295 | $56,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -175 | -2,385 | -2,735 | -760 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,329 | $32,786 | $43,110 | $48,560 | $55,335 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,457 | $0 | $5,450 | $12,225 |
| Total Invoice | $28,975 | $30,597 | $42,965 | $48,405 | $52,900 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -162 | -2,252 | -2,581 | -717 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,975 | $30,435 | $40,713 | $45,824 | $52,183 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,460 | $0 | $5,111 | $11,470 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 2-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 2-Series | 2-Series | 2-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 230i | M240i | M2 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| High performance brake pads (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | ||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Voice recorder | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,460 | $6,635 | $8,845 | $9,195 | $7,220 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $175 | $2,385 | $2,735 | $760 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -162 | -2,252 | -2,581 | -717 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 2-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | 2-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 105.9 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 174.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,412 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 33.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 2-Series 230i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| M Sport Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| 225/40VR18 tires | 400 | 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 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 23% |
| Total Not Requested | 1980 | 77% |
Option Package Details
BMW 2-Series M240i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
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