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Subaru Forester vs. Kia Sorento 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. Kia Sorento Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,760 Kia Sorento EX | ||||
| Difference: $1,257 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,592 Kia Sorento EX | ||||
| Difference: $967 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Sorento |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,595 | $27,895 | $29,895 | $24,995 |
| Base Invoice | $24,905 | $26,094 | $27,992 | $23,270 |
| Rugged Package | 887 | 887 | 887 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | 185 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | 166 | |
| Remote start | 432 | 432 | 432 | 360 |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | 368 | 200 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | 93 | |
| Cargo net | 48 | 48 | 48 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | 468 | 468 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,600 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 595 | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | 340 | |||
| Rugged Package | 608 | 608 | 608 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | 120 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | 108 | |
| Remote start | 324 | 324 | 324 | 275 |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | 276 | 154 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | 61 | |
| Cargo net | 31 | 31 | 31 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | 351 | 351 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,430 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 531 | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | 262 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,647 | 2,647 | 2,279 | 3,095 |
| Options (change) | 1,879 | 1,879 | 1,603 | 2,652 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 670 |
| Total Price | $30,017 | $31,317 | $32,949 | $28,760 |
| Total Invoice | $27,559 | $28,748 | $30,370 | $26,592 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Sorento
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,213 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,301 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Sorento |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 192hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T4 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 6 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | 280, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 245/70-16 |
| Total Price | $30,017 | $31,317 | $32,949 | $28,760 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,470 | -3,370 | -3,470 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,547 | $27,947 | $29,479 | $28,760 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $400 | $1,932 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,559 | $28,748 | $30,370 | $26,592 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,268 | -3,094 | -3,198 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,291 | $25,654 | $27,172 | $26,592 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $363 | $1,881 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Sorento
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Sorento |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Skid plates | $150 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |||
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Altimeter | $25 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Barometer | $25 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,060 | $6,960 | $7,060 | $3,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,470 | $3,370 | $3,470 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,268 | -3,094 | -3,198 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Sorento
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Sorento |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 179.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.3 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 68.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 4,113 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 31.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited
| Rugged Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | Yes |
| Mud guards | 75 | No |
| Rear bumper protector | 40 | No |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Rugged Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | Yes |
| Mud guards | 75 | No |
| Rear bumper protector | 40 | No |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Rugged Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | Yes |
| Mud guards | 75 | No |
| Rear bumper protector | 40 | No |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Kia Sorento EX
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 19% |
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