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Subaru Forester vs. BMW 4-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 4-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,539 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||
| Difference: $14,806 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,153 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||
| Difference: $14,012 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 4-Series | 4-Series |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | 428i | 435i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $30,795 | $33,795 | $40,750 | $46,250 |
| Base Invoice | $28,785 | $31,569 | $38,170 | $43,230 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | 199 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 224 | 224 | ||
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | 76 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | 129 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 145 | 145 | ||
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,195 | 1,195 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | 49 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,894 | 1,894 | 6,600 | 6,600 |
| Options (change) | 1,518 | 1,518 | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| Destination | 850 | 850 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $33,539 | $36,539 | $48,345 | $53,845 |
| Total Invoice | $31,153 | $33,937 | $45,165 | $50,225 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 4-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,556 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,566 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 4-Series | 4-Series |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | 428i | 435i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 250hp H4 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT-8 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 440, 8 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 225/55-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $33,539 | $36,539 | $48,345 | $53,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,750 | -2,950 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,789 | $33,589 | $48,345 | $53,845 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,800 | $0 | $5,500 |
| Total Invoice | $31,153 | $33,937 | $45,165 | $50,225 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,554 | -2,740 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,599 | $31,197 | $45,165 | $50,225 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,598 | $0 | $5,060 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 4-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 4-Series | 4-Series |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | 428i | 435i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| CVT | $1000 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | $25 | ||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | $100 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $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 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| 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 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| 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 release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $8,345 | $8,545 | $5,595 | $5,595 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,750 | $2,950 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,554 | -2,740 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 4-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | 4-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 182.6 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 54.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 3,471 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 51.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 35% |
Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 428i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 4-Series 435i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 36% |
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