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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: $35,031 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $5,979 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,058 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $5,795 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,995 | $32,095 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $28,084 | $30,027 | $35,268 |
| Rugged Package | 887 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 75 | 75 |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 135 | 135 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 795 | 795 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | ||
| Remote start | 432 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | ||
| Cargo net | 48 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | 570 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 120 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Rugged Package | 608 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 64 | 64 |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 115 | 115 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 676 | 676 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | ||
| Remote start | 324 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | ||
| Cargo net | 31 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | 484 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 106 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 4,311 | 8,090 | 5,290 |
| Options (change) | 3,249 | 7,001 | 4,621 |
| Destination | 725 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $35,031 | $41,010 | $43,970 |
| Total Invoice | $32,058 | $37,853 | $40,714 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,764 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,751 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $35,031 | $41,010 | $43,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,215 | -3,780 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,031 | $38,795 | $40,190 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,395 |
| Total Invoice | $32,058 | $37,853 | $40,714 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,044 | -3,500 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,058 | $35,809 | $37,214 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,405 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| 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 | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| 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 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,765 | $7,980 | $9,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,215 | $3,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,044 | -3,500 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 4,731 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 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 | 33.5 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Rugged Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Rear bumper protector | 40 | No |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | Yes |
| Mud guards | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| 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 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | 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 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1975 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 35% |
| 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
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| 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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