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Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,173

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $252

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,152

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $989

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720072017
ModelForesterForesterCruze
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $26,695 $27,895 $23,945
Base Invoice $24,930 $26,116 $22,987
Rear spoiler 353 353  
Satellite radio 445 445  
All-weather floor mats 55 55 140
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183  
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package     1,995
Enhanced Convenience Package     865
Bodyside moldings     230
Fog lights     375
Rear spoiler 230 230  
Satellite radio 334 334  
All-weather floor mats 33 33 127
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119  
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package     1,815
Enhanced Convenience Package     787
Bodyside moldings     209
Fog lights     341
Options (change) 853 1,036 3,605
Options (change) 597 716 3,279
Destination 625 625 875
Total Price $28,173 $29,556 $28,425
Total Invoice $26,152 $27,457 $27,141

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,183
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $405
Model Year200720072017
ModelForesterForesterCruze
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine173hp H4224hp H4153hp I4
TransmissionA4M5T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 4155, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-17225/45-17
Total Price$28,173$29,556$28,425
Adjustments for Features-8750-2,310
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,298$29,556$26,115
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,258$0
Total Invoice$26,152$27,457$27,141
Adjustments for Features-8120-2,206
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,340$27,457$24,935
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,117$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year200720072017
ModelForesterForesterCruze
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Heated steering wheel  $100
Proximity key  $250
Remote app  $25
Remote start  $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist  $50
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Rear side airbags  $300
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Safety key  $5
Side curtain airbags  $350
Stability control  $400
Tire-pressure monitor  $75
Traction control  $100
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Roof rack$300$300 
Climate Control 
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350$350 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 
Hood scoop $100 
Sunroof  $900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0
Android Auto support  $100
App support  $0
Apple CarPlay support  $100
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation system  $600
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Voice control for external devices  $0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50
Wireless charging station  $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Trip computer  $150
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated second row seats  $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200  
Touring suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$5,645$4,770$7,080
Value of Feature Adjustments$875$0$2,310
Value of Feature Adjustments-8120-2,206

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20072017
ModelForesterCruze
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase99.4 in106.3 in
Length176.6 in175.3 in
Width68.3 in70.5 in
Height65.0 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,166 lb.2,886 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.6 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.7 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.0 ft322.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
57.7 ft347.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Premier

Sun and Sound with Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Compass0Yes
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested90047%
Total Not Requested102553%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested35048%
Total Not Requested37552%

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