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Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-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 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,894 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| Difference: $13,901 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,973 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| Difference: $12,697 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $26,695 | $27,895 | $37,500 |
| Base Invoice | $24,930 | $26,116 | $34,680 |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | 87 | |
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Roof rails | 100 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | 56 | |
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,730 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Roof rails | 90 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||
| Options (change) | 574 | 715 | 3,400 |
| Options (change) | 418 | 509 | 3,095 |
| Destination | 625 | 625 | 895 |
| Total Price | $27,894 | $29,235 | $41,795 |
| Total Invoice | $25,973 | $27,250 | $38,670 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,626 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,448 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 4 | 155, 7 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $27,894 | $29,235 | $41,795 |
| Adjustments for Features | -900 | 0 | -1,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,994 | $29,235 | $40,620 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,241 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $25,973 | $27,250 | $38,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | -838 | 0 | -1,087 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,135 | $27,250 | $37,583 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,115 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $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 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| 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 recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,670 | $4,770 | $5,945 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $900 | $0 | $1,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -838 | 0 | -1,087 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 3,463 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | 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 |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 64% |
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