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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: $33,820 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $19,025 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,201 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $18,109 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,995 | $45,500 |
| Base Invoice | $28,084 | $42,540 |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 453 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | |
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 2,150 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 950 | |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 340 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | |
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 1,955 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 865 | |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Options (change) | 3,100 | 6,350 |
| Options (change) | 2,392 | 5,775 |
| Destination | 725 | 995 |
| Total Price | $33,820 | $52,845 |
| Total Invoice | $31,201 | $49,310 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,400 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,793 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | 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 | $33,820 | $52,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,625 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,820 | $48,220 |
| Total Invoice | $31,201 | $49,310 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,316 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,201 | $44,994 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | 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 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| 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 | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $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 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| 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 release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,860 | $9,485 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,316 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 183.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 66.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 4,230 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 | 36.5 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
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 25% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
| 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 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 50% |
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