| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer 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 Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,008 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $8,907 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,667 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $8,196 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $31,520 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $26,116 | $29,479 | $34,952 |
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 353 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 75 | 75 |
| Satellite radio | 445 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| Cargo net | 46 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 299 | ||
| Package 202A | 3,075 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | 570 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 120 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 33 | 64 | 64 |
| Satellite radio | 334 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 195 | ||
| Package 202A | 2,614 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | 484 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 106 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 2,468 | 7,570 | 4,495 |
| Options (change) | 1,906 | 6,559 | 3,945 |
| Destination | 645 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $31,008 | $39,915 | $42,855 |
| Total Invoice | $28,667 | $36,863 | $39,722 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,487 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,114 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 155, 7 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $31,008 | $39,915 | $42,855 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,420 | -5,985 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,008 | $35,495 | $36,870 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,375 |
| Total Invoice | $28,667 | $36,863 | $39,722 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,082 | -5,547 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,667 | $32,781 | $34,175 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,394 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,610 | $10,030 | $11,595 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,420 | $5,985 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,082 | -5,547 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,350 lb. | 4,752 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.0 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Package 202A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1625 | 50% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
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