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Subaru Forester vs. Dodge Caliber Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Forester vs. Dodge Caliber Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,830

Dodge Caliber Rush   
Difference: $5,350

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,040

Dodge Caliber Rush   
Difference: $4,127

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820112011
ModelForesterForesterCaliberCaliber
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedUptownRush
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $26,695 $27,895 $20,585 $20,585
Base Invoice $24,930 $26,116 $19,929 $19,929
Satellite radio 445 445    
Rear spoiler 353 353    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 42      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183    
Security Group     700  
Sunroof     845 845
Leather Interior Group       650
Satellite radio 334 334    
Rear spoiler 230 230    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 28      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119    
Security Group     637  
Sunroof     769 769
Leather Interior Group       592
Options (change) 840 981 1,545 1,495
Options (change) 592 683 1,406 1,361
Destination 645 645 750 750
Total Price $28,180 $29,521 $22,880 $22,830
Total Invoice $26,167 $27,444 $22,085 $22,040

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Dodge Caliber

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Caliber Uptown
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,835
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,768
Model Year2008200820112011
ModelForesterForesterCaliberCaliber
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedUptownRush
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine173hp H4224hp H4158hp I4172hp I4
TransmissionA4M5CVTM5
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 7155, 7458, 9458, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-17215/60-17215/55-18
Total Price$28,180$29,521$22,880$22,830
Adjustments for Features-2,725-1,985-1,2600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,455$27,536$21,620$22,830
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,081$0$1,210
Total Invoice$26,167$27,444$22,085$22,040
Adjustments for Features-2,530-1,845-1,2160
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,637$25,599$20,869$22,040
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,962$0$1,171

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year2008200820112011
ModelForesterForesterCaliberCaliber
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedUptownRush
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800   
5-speed manual $0 $0
CVT  $1000 
AWD$1700$1700  
FWD  $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100$100
Remote start  $150 
Universal garage door opener$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50$50
Front side airbags$350$350$350 
Full-size spare tire$225$225  
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Side curtain airbags  $350$350
Stability control  $400$400
Temporary spare tire  $150$150
Traction control  $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Cargo mat$40   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Roof rack$300$300  
Trailering equipment (4 wire)  $125 
Climate Control 
Wiper de-icer$25$25  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300  
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350$350  
Bodyside moldings   $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25
Hood scoop $100  
Sunroof  $900$900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100  
Infotainment 
Articulating liftgate speakers  $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  
CD player  $125$125
DVD-compatible player   $0
Media drive   $15
Satellite radio$200$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250
USB port  $25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Compass$0$0  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Door sill trim plates $100  
Folding passenger seat  $150$150
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75$75
Power recliner, 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$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels   $600
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Touring suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$6,565$5,825$5,100$3,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,725$1,985$1,260$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,530-1,845-1,2160

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year20082011
ModelForesterCaliber
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase99.4 in103.7 in
Length176.6 in173.8 in
Width68.3 in68.8 in
Height65.0 in60.4 in
Curb Weight3,166 lb.2,941 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in55.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.6 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.7 in38.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in53.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.0 ft318.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
57.7 ft347.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber Uptown

Security Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Alarm100No
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125No
Oil cooler0No
Remote start150No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
Total Requested35048%
Total Not Requested37552%

Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber Rush

Leather Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

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