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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: $31,175 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $29,945 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,838 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $27,602 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 535i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $27,995 | $29,995 | $55,950 |
| Base Invoice | $26,186 | $28,084 | $51,655 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 48 | 48 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | 750 |
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 1,600 | 1,900 |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | |
| Premium Package | 1,050 | ||
| Value Package | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 31 | 31 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | 685 |
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,730 |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | |
| Premium Package | 955 | ||
| Value Package | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,455 | 2,455 | 4,295 |
| Options (change) | 1,927 | 1,927 | 3,910 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 875 |
| Total Price | $31,175 | $33,175 | $61,120 |
| Total Invoice | $28,838 | $30,736 | $56,440 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,915 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,804 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 535i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 200, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $31,175 | $33,175 | $61,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -375 | -3,030 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,175 | $32,800 | $58,090 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,625 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $28,838 | $30,736 | $56,440 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -347 | -2,798 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,838 | $30,389 | $53,642 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,551 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | 5-Series |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 535i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| 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 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| 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 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 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,285 | $5,660 | $8,315 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $375 | $3,030 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -347 | -2,798 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Forester | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 113.6 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 191.2 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,660 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 36.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 58.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 16% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 41% |
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 31% |
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