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Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,590

Jeep Compass Limited   
Difference: $1,370

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,575

Jeep Compass Limited   
Difference: $337

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620062011
ModelForesterForesterCompass
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $26,895 $27,895 $24,295
Base Invoice $25,001 $26,005 $23,419
Rear spoiler 353 353  
Universal garage door opener 87 87  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183  
Sun and Sound Group     1,295
Front side airbags     250
Rear spoiler 230 230  
Universal garage door opener 56 56  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119  
Sun and Sound Group     1,178
Front side airbags     228
Options (change) 440 623 1,545
Options (change) 286 405 1,406
Destination 625 625 750
Total Price $27,960 $29,143 $26,590
Total Invoice $25,912 $27,035 $25,575

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Jeep Compass Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,085
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $93
Model Year200620062011
ModelForesterForesterCompass
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine173hp H4230hp H4172hp I4
TransmissionA4M5CVT-6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 4?, 7458, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/60-16215/55-18
Total Price$27,960$29,143$26,590
Adjustments for Features-8750-590
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,085$29,143$26,000
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,058$0
Total Invoice$25,912$27,035$25,575
Adjustments for Features-8110-567
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,101$27,035$25,008
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,934$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass

Model Year200620062011
ModelForesterForesterCompass
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT  $1100
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50
Rollover sensor  $50
Side curtain airbags  $350
Stability control  $400
Tire-pressure monitor  $75
Traction control  $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75 
Cargo mat  $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Roof rack$300$300 
Roof rails  $250
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350$350 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)  $250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Hood scoop $100 
Sunroof  $900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100 
Infotainment 
Articulating liftgate speakers  $50
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Aux input  $50
MP3-compatible player  $50
Satellite radio  $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200  
Total Value of Features$5,225$4,350$4,940
Value of Feature Adjustments$875$0$590
Value of Feature Adjustments-8110-567

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass

Model Year20062011
ModelForesterCompass
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase99.4 in103.7 in
Length176.6 in173.4 in
Width68.3 in69.3 in
Height65.0 in65.2 in
Curb Weight3,166 lb.3,083 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.6 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.7 in39.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in51.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in39.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		32.0 ft322.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		57.7 ft353.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Jeep Compass specs.

Option Package Details
Jeep Compass Limited

Sun and Sound Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Articulating liftgate speakers50No
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%

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