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Subaru Forester vs. Buick LaCrosse 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. Buick LaCrosse Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,784 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $6,781 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,518 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $7,434 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | LaCrosse |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $30,170 |
| Base Invoice | $26,116 | $28,963 |
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Satellite radio | 445 | |
| Cargo tray | 75 | 135 |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 140 |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 350 |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | |
| LFX V6 engine | 0 | |
| Leather Group | 2,535 | |
| AWD | 2,165 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,195 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Satellite radio | 334 | |
| Cargo tray | 46 | 119 |
| All-weather floor mats | 33 | 123 |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 308 |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | |
| LFX V6 engine | 0 | |
| Leather Group | 2,434 | |
| AWD | 2,078 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,052 | |
| Options (change) | 2,244 | 6,520 |
| Options (change) | 1,757 | 6,114 |
| Destination | 645 | 875 |
| Total Price | $30,784 | $37,565 |
| Total Invoice | $28,518 | $35,952 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Buick LaCrosse
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,001 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,730 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | LaCrosse |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 303hp V6 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 16/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 155, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 235/50-18 |
| Total Price | $30,784 | $37,565 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,780 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,784 | $35,785 |
| Total Invoice | $28,518 | $35,952 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,704 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,518 | $34,248 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Buick LaCrosse
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | LaCrosse |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver 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 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,795 | $7,575 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,704 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Buick LaCrosse
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | LaCrosse |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 111.7 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 196.9 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 73.1 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 59.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,350 lb. | 4,196 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 57.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 40.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| LFX V6 engine | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Termporary spare tire | 150 | Yes |
| 245/50R17 tires | 400 | No |
| 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6800 264 lb-ft@5300 | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 25% |
| Leather Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Variable assist steering (optional) | 0 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| 235/50VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 41% |
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