Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2009 Chevrolet Equinox Chevrolet Equinox 2017

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Equinox 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.

Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Equinox Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,128

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $3,462

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,470

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $4,178

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092017
ModelForesterEquinox
Trim2.5 XT LimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $28,195 $30,040
Base Invoice $26,409 $28,538
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 183  
Bodyside moldings 238  
iPod integration 223  
Satellite radio 453  
Rear bumper protector 78  
Cargo cover 166  
All-weather floor mats 69 200
Class II trailer hitch 468 365
Navigation system 1,800  
Remote start 432  
Cargo net 46  
Universal garage door opener 82  
Technology Package   890
Enhanced Convenience Package   950
3.6L V6   1,500
AWD   1,750
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 119  
Bodyside moldings 155  
iPod integration 145  
Satellite radio 340  
Rear bumper protector 51  
Cargo cover 108  
All-weather floor mats 39 182
Class II trailer hitch 351 332
Navigation system 1,650  
Remote start 324  
Cargo net 30  
Universal garage door opener 54  
Technology Package   810
Enhanced Convenience Package   864
3.6L V6   1,365
AWD   1,662
Options (change) 4,238 5,655
Options (change) 3,366 5,215
Destination 695 895
Total Price $33,128 $36,590
Total Invoice $30,470 $34,648

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Subaru Forester dealer quotes or Chevrolet Equinox dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,717
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,473
Model Year20092017
ModelForesterEquinox
Trim2.5 XT LimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine224hp H4301hp V6
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 6250, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17235/55-18
Total Price$33,128$36,590
Adjustments for Features0-745
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,128$35,845
Total Invoice$30,470$34,648
Adjustments for Features0-705
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,470$33,943

Return to top

Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Model Year20092017
ModelForesterEquinox
Trim2.5 XT LimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power liftgate $350
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera $200
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
Hood scoop$100 
Laminated front side windows $200
Sunroof, large$1100 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
iPod integration$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot $25
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
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 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,645$5,390
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$745
Value of Feature Adjustments0-705

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Model Year20092017
ModelForesterEquinox
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in112.5 in
Length179.5 in187.8 in
Width70.1 in72.5 in
Height65.9 in66.3 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.4,112 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.18.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in40.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in39.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
33.5 ft331.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
68.3 ft363.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Equinox Premier

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Class II trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class II trailer hitch200Yes
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125No
Total Requested20062%
Total Not Requested12538%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
SD Card slot25No
Pioneer, 250W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested60062%
Total Not Requested37538%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power liftgate350No
Total Requested10012%
Total Not Requested75088%
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
301 hp@6500
272 lb-ft@4800
FeatureValueRequested?
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
301 hp@6500
272 lb-ft@4800
1000Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Touring suspension (upgrade)250No
Total Requested102580%
Total Not Requested25020%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Subaru models.