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Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,926 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||||
| Difference: $2,104 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,335 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||||
| Difference: $1,719 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $28,195 | $27,030 | $29,770 | $30,750 |
| Base Invoice | $26,409 | $24,942 | $27,408 | $28,291 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | 78 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | 432 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 195 | 195 | 195 |
| Remote start | 432 | 395 | 395 | 395 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| iPod integration | 223 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | |||
| Cargo net | 46 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Heated front seats | 240 | 240 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 255 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | 51 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | 324 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 57 | 57 | 57 |
| Satellite radio | 340 | 170 | 170 | 170 |
| Remote start | 324 | 343 | 343 | 343 |
| Navigation system | 1,650 | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 |
| iPod integration | 145 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | |||
| Cargo net | 30 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 518 | |||
| Heated front seats | 209 | 209 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | |
| AWD | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,664 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 222 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,036 | 7,200 | 5,710 | 5,725 |
| Options (change) | 3,231 | 6,312 | 5,015 | 5,027 |
| Destination | 695 | 800 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $32,926 | $35,030 | $36,280 | $37,275 |
| Total Invoice | $30,335 | $32,054 | $33,223 | $34,118 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus X
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,564 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,225 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $32,926 | $35,030 | $36,280 | $37,275 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -540 | -940 | -1,955 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,926 | $34,490 | $35,340 | $35,320 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $850 | $830 |
| Total Invoice | $30,335 | $32,054 | $33,223 | $34,118 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -494 | -861 | -1,789 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,335 | $31,560 | $32,362 | $32,329 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $802 | $769 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,860 | $6,400 | $6,800 | $7,815 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $540 | $940 | $1,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -494 | -861 | -1,789 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 4,204 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 46.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X 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% |
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 140 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 47% |
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