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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: $30,831 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $11,844 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,722 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $10,698 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 320i | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,395 | $29,995 | $32,550 | $36,850 | $43,150 | $49,650 |
| Base Invoice | $26,586 | $28,084 | $30,125 | $34,080 | $39,880 | $45,860 |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 1,000 | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | 750 | 750 | 750 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,200 | 3,100 | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | 900 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 950 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | 400 | |||
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |||||
| Navigation system | 888 | 888 | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | 685 | 685 | 685 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,910 | 2,820 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | 820 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 865 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | 365 | |||
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 1,641 | 1,641 | 9,200 | 8,350 | 6,550 | 6,550 |
| Options (change) | 1,341 | 1,341 | 8,370 | 7,600 | 5,960 | 5,960 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $30,831 | $32,431 | $42,675 | $46,125 | $50,625 | $57,125 |
| Total Invoice | $28,722 | $30,220 | $39,420 | $42,605 | $46,765 | $52,745 |
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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: $13,034 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,807 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 320i | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 180hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 335hp I6 H |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | M6 | M6 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $30,831 | $32,431 | $42,675 | $46,125 | $50,625 | $57,125 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,190 | -1,565 | 0 | -650 | -1,800 | -1,875 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,641 | $30,866 | $42,675 | $45,475 | $48,825 | $55,250 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,225 | $0 | $2,800 | $6,150 | $12,575 |
| Total Invoice | $28,722 | $30,220 | $39,420 | $42,605 | $46,765 | $52,745 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,109 | -1,458 | 0 | -600 | -1,663 | -1,731 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,613 | $28,762 | $39,420 | $42,005 | $45,102 | $51,014 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,149 | $0 | $2,585 | $5,682 | $11,594 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 320i | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| DUPL Voice texting capability | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,810 | $6,185 | $4,620 | $5,270 | $6,420 | $6,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,190 | $1,565 | $0 | $650 | $1,800 | $1,875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,109 | -1,458 | 0 | -600 | -1,663 | -1,731 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 169.5 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,361 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.3 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 | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 13.0 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 320i
| 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 46% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 50% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| 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% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 42% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 42% |
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