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Subaru Forester vs. BMW 5-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 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,810 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $31,285 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,845 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $29,710 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | 540i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $56,450 |
| Base Invoice | $26,116 | $53,180 |
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | |
| AWD | 2,300 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | |
| AWD | 2,140 | |
| Options (change) | 1,270 | 3,650 |
| Options (change) | 1,084 | 3,380 |
| Destination | 645 | 995 |
| Total Price | $29,810 | $61,095 |
| Total Invoice | $27,845 | $57,555 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,985 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,775 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | 540i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 335hp I6 |
| Transmission | A4 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 20/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 155, 7 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $29,810 | $61,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,810 | $54,795 |
| Total Invoice | $27,845 | $57,555 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,935 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,845 | $51,620 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | 540i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,845 | $12,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,935 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,350 lb. | 4,019 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 100% |
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