| 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: $31,600 Subaru Forester Premium | ||||
| Difference: $1,590 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2021 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Premium | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,795 | $25,370 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| All Weather Package | 500 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 245 | |||
| Fog lights | 382 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 619 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 81 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
| Cargo cover | 172 | 90 | 90 | 90 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 181 | 115 | 115 | 115 |
| Remote start | 455 | 385 | 385 | 385 |
| Universal garage door opener | 120 | |||
| Convenience Group | 250 | |||
| Heated front seats | 300 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 695 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,295 | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | 195 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 850 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,295 | 2,295 | 2,295 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | |||
| All Weather Package | 417 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 158 | |||
| Fog lights | 286 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 464 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 52 | 47 | 47 | 47 |
| Cargo cover | 111 | 77 | 77 | 77 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 117 | 97 | 97 | 97 |
| Remote start | 341 | 326 | 326 | 326 |
| Universal garage door opener | 78 | |||
| Convenience Group | 213 | |||
| Heated front seats | 255 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 591 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | 166 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 723 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,112 | 2,112 | 2,112 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,755 | 7,085 | 7,080 | 5,630 |
| Options (change) | 2,024 | 6,275 | 6,270 | 5,038 |
| Destination | 1,050 | 735 | 735 | 735 |
| Total Price | $31,600 | $33,190 | $36,185 | $37,480 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester Premium | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,615 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,968 | ||||
| Model Year | 2021 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Premium | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 182hp H4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | CVT | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 26/33 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 80, 4 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/60-17 | 235/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $31,600 | $33,190 | $36,185 | $37,480 |
| Adjustments for Features | -25 | 0 | -1,725 | -1,975 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,575 | $33,190 | $34,460 | $35,505 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,270 | $2,315 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2021 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Premium | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| CVT | $1000 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| 4WD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | $2200 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,325 | $6,300 | $8,025 | $8,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $25 | $0 | $1,725 | $1,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2 | 0 | -1,611 | -1,851 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2021 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 182.1 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 67.5 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,449 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.2 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.6 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.4 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 | 35.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 76.1 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester Premium
| All Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 10% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Heated front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 86% |
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4WD w/low range | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4WD w/low range | 0 | Yes |
| White-letter tires | 0 | No |
| All-terrain tires | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 50% |
| 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 Eddie Bauer
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 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 |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| 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
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 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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