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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: $30,010 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| Difference: $18,335 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,622 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| Difference: $17,558 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i | 328d |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,495 | $41,950 | $43,450 |
| Base Invoice | $24,355 | $26,707 | $39,275 | $40,655 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | 2,150 | 2,150 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | ||
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 367 | |||
| Cargo area partition net | 46 | 46 | ||
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | 82 | ||
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,501 | 1,501 | 1,955 | 1,955 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | ||
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 275 | |||
| Cargo area partition net | 30 | 30 | ||
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | 54 | ||
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,320 | 2,953 | 5,400 | 5,400 |
| Options (change) | 2,572 | 2,297 | 4,910 | 4,910 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $30,010 | $32,143 | $48,345 | $49,845 |
| Total Invoice | $27,622 | $29,699 | $45,180 | $46,560 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,450 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,927 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i | 328d |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $30,010 | $32,143 | $48,345 | $49,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -235 | -3,885 | -3,785 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,010 | $31,908 | $44,460 | $46,060 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,898 | $0 | $1,600 |
| Total Invoice | $27,622 | $29,699 | $45,180 | $46,560 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -217 | -3,631 | -3,536 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,622 | $29,482 | $41,549 | $43,024 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,860 | $0 | $1,475 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 328i | 328d |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| 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 air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,585 | $5,820 | $9,470 | $9,370 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $235 | $3,885 | $3,785 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -217 | -3,631 | -3,536 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2010 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,546 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 53.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 50% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 50% |
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