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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: $30,824 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $4,521 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,544 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $4,011 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $28,900 | $33,100 |
| Base Invoice | $26,116 | $26,660 | $30,535 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | ||
| Satellite radio | 445 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 75 | 75 |
| Cargo organizer | 115 | 160 | 160 |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 275 | 275 |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | ||
| Cargo net | 46 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,495 | ||
| Sunroof | 995 | ||
| Package 201A | 800 | ||
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | ||
| Satellite radio | 334 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 33 | 67 | 67 |
| Cargo organizer | 72 | 143 | 143 |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 245 | 245 |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | ||
| Sunroof | 888 | ||
| Package 201A | 714 | ||
| AWD | 1,708 | 1,708 | |
| Options (change) | 2,284 | 5,650 | 2,360 |
| Options (change) | 1,783 | 5,100 | 2,163 |
| Destination | 645 | 795 | 795 |
| Total Price | $30,824 | $35,345 | $36,255 |
| Total Invoice | $28,544 | $32,555 | $33,493 |
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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: $3,726 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,279 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 288hp V6 | 288hp V6 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 18/26 MPG | 18/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 155, 7 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 235/55-18 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $30,824 | $35,345 | $36,255 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -795 | -785 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,824 | $34,550 | $35,470 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $920 |
| Total Invoice | $28,544 | $32,555 | $33,493 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -732 | -725 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,544 | $31,823 | $32,768 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $945 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,560 | $7,355 | $7,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $795 | $785 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -732 | -725 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2008 | 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 | 3,350 lb. | 4,196 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 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 7 speakers | 350 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| 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 | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 100% |
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