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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: $30,247 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $12,173 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,168 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $10,852 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $29,895 | $34,500 |
| Base Invoice | $26,094 | $27,992 | $31,740 |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 1,000 | 2,100 |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 48 | 48 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | 350 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| HD radio | 350 | ||
| iPod integration | 400 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | ||
| Navigation system | 888 | 888 | 1,910 |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 31 | 31 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | 320 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| HD radio | 315 | ||
| iPod integration | 365 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,577 | 1,577 | 7,095 |
| Options (change) | 1,299 | 1,299 | 6,455 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 825 |
| Total Price | $30,247 | $32,247 | $42,420 |
| Total Invoice | $28,168 | $30,066 | $39,020 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,578 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,092 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $30,247 | $32,247 | $42,420 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,405 | -2,780 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,842 | $29,467 | $42,420 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,625 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $28,168 | $30,066 | $39,020 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,240 | -2,592 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,928 | $27,474 | $39,020 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,546 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| 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 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| 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 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 release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,710 | $6,085 | $3,305 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,405 | $2,780 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,240 | -2,592 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| 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
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
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