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Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cobalt 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. Chevrolet Cobalt Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $19,905 Chevrolet Cobalt LT | ||||
| Difference: $8,056 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $18,580 Chevrolet Cobalt LT | ||||
| Difference: $7,334 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Cobalt | Cobalt |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | LT | Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,895 | $27,895 | $15,120 | $19,695 |
| Base Invoice | $25,001 | $26,005 | $14,288 | $18,612 |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | |||
| Cargo net | 46 | 46 | ||
| Performance Appearance Package | 795 | |||
| Remote start | 0 | |||
| 2LT Option Package | 1,295 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 695 | 695 | ||
| Pioneer 228W 7 speakers | 295 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | 295 | 295 | ||
| Sunroof | 750 | 750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | |||
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | ||
| Performance Appearance Package | 700 | |||
| Remote start | 0 | |||
| 2LT Option Package | 1,140 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 612 | 612 | ||
| Pioneer 228W 7 speakers | 260 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | 260 | 260 | ||
| Sunroof | 660 | 660 | ||
| Options (change) | 441 | 399 | 4,125 | 1,740 |
| Options (change) | 288 | 260 | 3,632 | 1,532 |
| Destination | 625 | 625 | 660 | 660 |
| Total Price | $27,961 | $28,919 | $19,905 | $22,095 |
| Total Invoice | $25,914 | $26,890 | $18,580 | $20,804 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt LT | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,156 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,720 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Cobalt | Cobalt |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | LT | Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 230hp H4 | 148hp I4 | 171hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | M5 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 4 | ?, 7 | 228, 7 | 228, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/60-16 | 205/55-16 | 205/50-17 |
| Total Price | $27,961 | $28,919 | $19,905 | $22,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,900 | -2,850 | 0 | -325 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,061 | $26,069 | $19,905 | $21,770 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,008 | $0 | $1,865 |
| Total Invoice | $25,914 | $26,890 | $18,580 | $20,804 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,614 | -2,650 | 0 | -306 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,300 | $24,240 | $18,580 | $20,498 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,940 | $0 | $1,918 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Cobalt | Cobalt |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | LT | Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | |||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,000 | $5,950 | $3,100 | $3,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,900 | $2,850 | $0 | $325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,614 | -2,650 | 0 | -306 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Cobalt |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 103.3 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 180.5 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 67.9 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 2,781 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 49.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 51.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 49.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt LT
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| Performance Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 205/55R16 tires | 400 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 350 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 64% |
| 2LT Option Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 205/55R16 tires | 400 | No |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Alloy-look steel wheels | 100 | No |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | No |
| Cruise control | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 665 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt Sport
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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