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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: $29,378 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $12,247 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,295 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $11,235 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,195 | $37,150 |
| Base Invoice | $24,330 | $26,409 | $34,380 |
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 46 | 46 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | 2,100 |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Roof rails | 100 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 30 | 30 | |
| Navigation system | 1,647 | 1,650 | 1,910 |
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Roof rails | 90 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,688 | 2,688 | 3,600 |
| Options (change) | 2,270 | 2,273 | 3,275 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 875 |
| Total Price | $29,378 | $31,578 | $41,625 |
| Total Invoice | $27,295 | $29,377 | $38,530 |
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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 / Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,362 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,271 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $29,378 | $31,578 | $41,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,115 | -1,550 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,263 | $30,028 | $41,625 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,765 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,295 | $29,377 | $38,530 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,036 | -1,442 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,259 | $27,935 | $38,530 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,676 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,710 | $6,145 | $4,595 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,115 | $1,550 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,036 | -1,442 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,463 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
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