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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: $32,513 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $17,032 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,029 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $15,751 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $28,195 | $41,050 |
| Base Invoice | $26,409 | $37,965 |
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 432 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 46 | 180 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 2,150 |
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Premium Package | 3,450 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Roof rails | 250 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 190 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 324 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 30 | 165 |
| Navigation system | 1,650 | 1,955 |
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Premium Package | 3,140 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Roof rails | 230 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 175 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 3,623 | 7,620 |
| Options (change) | 2,925 | 6,940 |
| Destination | 695 | 875 |
| Total Price | $32,513 | $49,545 |
| Total Invoice | $30,029 | $45,780 |
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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: $13,442 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,434 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 19/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/50-18 |
| Total Price | $32,513 | $49,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,590 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,513 | $45,955 |
| Total Invoice | $30,029 | $45,780 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,317 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,029 | $42,463 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $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 height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,195 | $8,785 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,317 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 183.0 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 65.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 4,222 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 27.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 41% |
| 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 |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 1840 | 62% |
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