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Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape 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. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,150 Ford Escape Limited | ||
| Difference: $1,524 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,479 Ford Escape Limited | ||
| Difference: $1,589 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Escape |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,895 | $24,415 |
| Base Invoice | $27,992 | $22,712 |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 2,395 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 78 | |
| Remote start | 432 | 425 |
| Cargo net | 48 | 65 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 75 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 195 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | |
| Cargo Package | 295 | |
| Sun and Satellite Package | 545 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 345 | |
| Limited Luxury Package | 795 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | 295 | |
| Cargo tray | 85 | |
| AWD | 1,750 | |
| Navigation system | 888 | 2,036 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 51 | |
| Remote start | 324 | 361 |
| Cargo net | 31 | 34 |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 57 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 117 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | |
| Cargo Package | 251 | |
| Sun and Satellite Package | 464 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 293 | |
| Limited Luxury Package | 676 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | 251 | |
| Cargo tray | 68 | |
| AWD | 1,611 | |
| Options (change) | 3,004 | 7,070 |
| Options (change) | 2,301 | 6,102 |
| Destination | 775 | 665 |
| Total Price | $33,674 | $32,150 |
| Total Invoice | $31,068 | $29,479 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Escape Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $146 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $48 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Escape |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 200hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 17/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | 320, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 235/70-16 |
| Total Price | $33,674 | $32,150 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,670 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,004 | $32,150 |
| Total Invoice | $31,068 | $29,479 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,541 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,527 | $29,479 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Escape |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,695 | $5,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,670 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,541 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Escape |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 103.1 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 174.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 67.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,547 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 56.6 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Ford Escape Limited
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | No |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 38% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 33% |
| Cargo Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Sun and Satellite Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Limited Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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