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Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,359 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $10,971 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,170 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $10,089 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $39,300 |
| Base Invoice | $26,005 | $36,254 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 75 |
| Cargo organizer | 115 | 160 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 33 | 67 |
| Cargo organizer | 72 | 143 |
| Options (change) | 839 | 235 |
| Options (change) | 540 | 210 |
| Destination | 625 | 795 |
| Total Price | $29,359 | $40,330 |
| Total Invoice | $27,170 | $37,259 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,486 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,869 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 230hp H4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/26 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $29,359 | $40,330 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,485 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,359 | $36,845 |
| Total Invoice | $27,170 | $37,259 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,220 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,170 | $34,039 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,045 | $8,530 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,485 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,220 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,310 lb. | 4,343 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
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