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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: $28,193

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $112

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,172

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $936

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820182018
ModelForesterForesterCruzeCruze
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedLT DieselPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $26,695 $27,895 $25,435 $23,945
Base Invoice $24,930 $26,116 $24,418 $22,987
Rear spoiler 353 353    
Satellite radio 445 445    
All-weather floor mats 55 55 140 140
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183    
Leather Package     1,125  
Bodyside moldings     230 230
Door sill trim plates     125 125
Fog lights     375 375
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package       1,995
Enhanced Convenience Package       865
Rear spoiler 230 230    
Satellite radio 334 334    
All-weather floor mats 33 33 127 127
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119    
Leather Package     1,024  
Bodyside moldings     209 209
Door sill trim plates     114 114
Fog lights     341 341
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package       1,815
Enhanced Convenience Package       787
Options (change) 853 1,036 1,995 3,730
Options (change) 597 716 1,815 3,393
Destination 645 645 875 875
Total Price $28,193 $29,576 $28,305 $28,550
Total Invoice $26,172 $27,477 $27,108 $27,255

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,263
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $521
Model Year2008200820182018
ModelForesterForesterCruzeCruze
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedLT DieselPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine173hp H4224hp H4137hp I4 D153hp I4
TransmissionA4M5M6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 7155, 7?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-17205/55-16225/45-17
Total Price$28,193$29,576$28,305$28,550
Adjustments for Features-2,185-1,4700-3,805
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,008$28,106$28,305$24,745
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,098$3,560$0
Total Invoice$26,172$27,477$27,108$27,255
Adjustments for Features-2,028-1,3660-3,632
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,144$26,111$27,108$23,623
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,967$3,485$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year2008200820182018
ModelForesterForesterCruzeCruze
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedLT DieselPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800   
5-speed manual $0  
6-speed manual  $150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
AWD$1700$1700  
FWD  $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Heated steering wheel  $100$100
Proximity key  $250$250
Remote app  $25$25
Remote start   $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Universal garage door opener$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Brake assist  $50$50
Full-size spare tire$225$225  
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75
Rear side airbags  $300$300
Rearview camera  $200$200
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Safety key  $5$5
Side curtain airbags  $350$350
Stability control  $400$400
Temporary spare tire  $150$150
Traction control  $100$100
Vehicle health reports  $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75  
Cargo mat$40   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Roof rack$300$300  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 $200
Electric heater (optional)  $0 
Wiper de-icer$25$25  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150
Exterior 
Active grille shutters  $0 
Bodyside cladding$350$350  
Bodyside moldings  $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25  
Hood scoop $100  
Sunroof   $900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0$0
Android Auto support  $100$100
App support  $0$0
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  
MP3-compatible player$50$50  
Navigation system   $600
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225
USB port  $25$25
Voice control for audio system  $25 
Voice control for external devices  $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio   $100
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50
Wireless charging station   $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 $150
Automatic headlights  $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Compass$0$0 $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver   $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger   $50
Interior ambient lighting   $150
Trip computer  $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 $25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100
Heated second row seats   $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$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 
Touring suspension (upgrade)   $0
Total Value of Features$6,185$5,470$4,000$7,805
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,185$1,470$0$3,805
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,028-1,3660-3,632

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20082018
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 LT Diesel

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested105088%
Total Not Requested15012%

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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