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Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3 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 X3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,608 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $21,987 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,409 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $21,231 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $48,950 |
| Base Invoice | $26,116 | $46,205 |
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | |
| Satellite radio | 445 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | |
| Satellite radio | 334 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | |
| Heated front seats | 460 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | |
| Options (change) | 2,068 | 2,650 |
| Options (change) | 1,648 | 2,440 |
| Destination | 645 | 995 |
| Total Price | $30,608 | $52,595 |
| Total Invoice | $28,409 | $49,640 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,212 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,780 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | A4 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 19/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 155, 7 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 245/50-18 |
| Total Price | $30,608 | $52,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,775 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,608 | $46,820 |
| Total Invoice | $28,409 | $49,640 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,451 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,409 | $44,189 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver 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 height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,870 | $11,645 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,451 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 183.8 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 74.1 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 66.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,350 lb. | 4,230 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 56.0 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 | 27.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 |
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