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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: $31,228 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $12,072 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,880 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| Difference: $10,753 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $29,895 | $38,155 |
| Base Invoice | $26,094 | $27,992 | $35,025 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,850 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 69 | 75 |
| Remote start | 432 | 432 | 425 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | |
| Cargo net | 48 | 48 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | ||
| Package 401A | 2,000 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | |
| Navigation system | 888 | 888 | 1,610 |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 39 | 65 |
| Remote start | 324 | 324 | 398 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | |
| Cargo net | 31 | 31 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | ||
| Package 401A | 1,740 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,558 | 2,190 | 4,350 |
| Options (change) | 2,011 | 1,735 | 3,813 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 795 |
| Total Price | $31,228 | $32,860 | $43,300 |
| Total Invoice | $28,880 | $30,502 | $39,633 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,262 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,012 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $31,228 | $32,860 | $43,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -175 | -810 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,228 | $32,685 | $42,490 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,457 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $28,880 | $30,502 | $39,633 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -162 | -741 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,880 | $30,340 | $38,892 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,460 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Taurus |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | SHO |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| 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 | $4,935 | $5,110 | $5,745 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $175 | $810 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -162 | -741 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 4,016 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 45% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
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