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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: $36,540 Subaru Forester Touring | |||||
| Difference: $16,805 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2021 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | X3 | X3 | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | Touring | sDrive28i | xDrive28i | xDrive28d | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,895 | $40,050 | $42,050 | $42,750 | $48,950 |
| Universal garage door opener | 120 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 245 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 230 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 950 | 950 | 950 | 950 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Text dictation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Premium Package | 2,050 | 2,050 | 1,750 | ||
| LED headlights | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | 900 | 900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 78 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 158 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 149 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | |
| Navigation system | 1,795 | 1,795 | 1,795 | 1,795 | |
| Text dictation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Premium Package | 1,885 | 1,885 | 1,610 | ||
| LED headlights | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 830 | 830 | 830 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | |
| Heated front seats | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | |
| Options (change) | 595 | 12,300 | 12,300 | 12,000 | 9,350 |
| Options (change) | 385 | 11,325 | 11,325 | 11,050 | 8,610 |
| Destination | 1,050 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $36,540 | $53,345 | $55,345 | $55,745 | $59,295 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester Touring | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,145 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $48,823 | |||||
| Model Year | 2021 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | X3 | X3 | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | Touring | sDrive28i | xDrive28i | xDrive28d | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 182hp H4 | 240hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | CVT-7 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 245/50-18 | 245/50-18 | 245/50-18 | 245/50-18 |
| Total Price | $36,540 | $53,345 | $55,345 | $55,745 | $59,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | -340 | 0 | -1,950 | -1,950 | -2,200 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,200 | $53,345 | $53,395 | $53,795 | $57,095 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $50 | $450 | $3,750 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2021 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | X3 | X3 | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | Touring | sDrive28i | xDrive28i | xDrive28d | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | ||||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,950 | $6,610 | $8,560 | $8,560 | $8,810 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $340 | $0 | $1,950 | $1,950 | $2,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -13 | 0 | -1,836 | -1,836 | -2,071 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2021 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 182.1 in | 183.8 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 74.1 in |
| Height | 67.5 in | 66.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,450 lb. | 4,031 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.2 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.6 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.4 in | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.4 ft3 | 27.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 76.1 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 sDrive28i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 12% |
| Total Not Requested | 1850 | 88% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 12% |
| Total Not Requested | 1850 | 88% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28d
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 12% |
| Total Not Requested | 1850 | 88% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
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