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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: $32,885 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $11,185 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,526 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $9,824 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | 3.0i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,895 | $36,800 |
| Base Invoice | $27,992 | $33,670 |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 1,800 |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 453 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 48 | 150 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 700 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Premium Package | 1,800 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 350 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 888 | 1,640 |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 340 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Cargo area partition net | 31 | 135 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 635 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Premium Package | 1,640 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 320 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 730 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 2,215 | 6,575 |
| Options (change) | 1,759 | 5,985 |
| Destination | 775 | 695 |
| Total Price | $32,885 | $44,070 |
| Total Invoice | $30,526 | $40,350 |
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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: $9,925 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,670 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | 3.0i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 225hp I6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 16/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 235/55-17 |
| Total Price | $32,885 | $44,070 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,260 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,885 | $42,810 |
| Total Invoice | $30,526 | $40,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,154 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,526 | $39,196 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | 3.0i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo organizer | $100 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| 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 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| 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 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 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,285 | $6,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,260 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,154 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.1 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 179.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 66.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 4,067 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 35% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 3.0i
| 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% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| 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 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 30% |
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