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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: $29,694 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT | |||
| Difference: $5,161 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,353 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT | |||
| Difference: $5,130 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | XLT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,495 | $28,495 | $29,280 |
| Base Invoice | $24,857 | $26,707 | $27,404 |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 432 | 432 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | 468 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 78 | 78 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 69 | 75 |
| Remote start | 432 | 432 | 385 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | 670 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | ||
| AWD | 2,320 | ||
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 324 | 324 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | 351 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 51 | 51 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 39 | 64 |
| Remote start | 324 | 324 | 327 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | 569 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | ||
| AWD | 2,112 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,504 | 2,504 | 4,760 |
| Options (change) | 1,801 | 1,801 | 4,264 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 815 |
| Total Price | $29,694 | $31,694 | $34,855 |
| Total Invoice | $27,353 | $29,203 | $32,483 |
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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: $6,276 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,150 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | XLT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 19/24 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 6 | 80, 6 | 80, 4 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 235/70-16 |
| Total Price | $29,694 | $31,694 | $34,855 |
| Adjustments for Features | -515 | -3,115 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,179 | $28,579 | $34,855 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $600 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,353 | $29,203 | $32,483 |
| Adjustments for Features | -474 | -2,870 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,879 | $26,333 | $32,483 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $546 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | XLT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,970 | $7,570 | $4,455 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $515 | $3,115 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -474 | -2,870 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| SYNC and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 375 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 37% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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