| 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: $38,804 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $3,391 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,863 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $2,791 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $36,090 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $33,675 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 245 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 181 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 619 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 98 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 81 | 75 | 75 |
| Remote start | 455 | 385 | 385 |
| Universal garage door opener | 120 | ||
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 158 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 117 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 464 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 63 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 52 | 64 | 64 |
| Remote start | 341 | 327 | 327 |
| Universal garage door opener | 78 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| AWD | 2,112 | 2,112 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 1,799 | 9,765 | 7,565 |
| Options (change) | 1,273 | 8,520 | 6,650 |
| Destination | 915 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $38,804 | $42,195 | $43,930 |
| Total Invoice | $35,863 | $38,654 | $40,366 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,551 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,560 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 250hp H4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | CVT-8 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/27 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $38,804 | $42,195 | $43,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,160 | 0 | -1,500 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,644 | $42,195 | $42,430 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $235 |
| Total Invoice | $35,863 | $38,654 | $40,366 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,769 | 0 | -1,378 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,094 | $38,654 | $38,988 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $334 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | ||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $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 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $11,100 | $5,940 | $7,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,160 | $0 | $1,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,769 | 0 | -1,378 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,653 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.0 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 | 34.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 32% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 34% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | -250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| 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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