| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $33,929 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | |||
| Difference: $14,066 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,422 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | |||
| Difference: $12,843 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $29,995 | $32,995 | $37,500 |
| Base Invoice | $28,051 | $30,836 | $34,680 |
| Driver Assist Technology Package | 2,400 | 2,400 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 198 | 198 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 200 | 200 | |
| Cargo cover | 182 | 182 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 55 | 55 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 74 | 74 | |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| App support | 250 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Roof rails | 100 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||
| Driver Assist Technology Package | 2,087 | 2,087 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 128 | 128 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 130 | 130 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | 118 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 35 | 35 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 48 | 48 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| App support | 230 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Roof rails | 90 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,109 | 3,109 | 9,600 |
| Options (change) | 2,546 | 2,546 | 8,690 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 895 |
| Total Price | $33,929 | $36,929 | $47,995 |
| Total Invoice | $31,422 | $34,207 | $44,265 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,156 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,705 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 250hp H4 | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT-8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 440, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $33,929 | $36,929 | $47,995 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,090 | -3,290 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,839 | $33,639 | $47,995 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,800 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $31,422 | $34,207 | $44,265 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,862 | -3,047 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,560 | $31,160 | $44,265 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,600 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 3-Series |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| CVT | $1000 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | $25 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane sway warning | $25 | $25 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| 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 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,435 | $7,635 | $4,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,090 | $3,290 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,862 | -3,047 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 3,463 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring
| Driver Assist Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
| Driver Assist Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 43% |
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% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | 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 |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 750 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 55% |
| 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 |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 22% |
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