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Subaru Forester vs. Kia Soul Price Comparison (MSRP)

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

Subaru Forester vs. Kia Soul Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,565

Kia Soul +   
Difference: $11,003

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,575

Kia Soul +   
Difference: $9,767

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102013
ModelForesterSoul
Trim2.5 XT Limited+
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $28,495 $16,700
Base Invoice $26,707 $16,035
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 183  
iPod integration 223  
Bodyside moldings 238  
Satellite radio 453  
Cargo net 46 50
Rear bumper protector 78 50
Cargo tray 75 75
Universal garage door opener 82 350
Sunroof   800
Floor mats   95
Interior ambient lighting   350
Rear spoiler   295
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 119  
iPod integration 145  
Bodyside moldings 155  
Satellite radio 340  
Cargo net 30 40
Rear bumper protector 51 40
Cargo tray 46 60
Universal garage door opener 54 280
Sunroof   700
Floor mats   75
Interior ambient lighting   305
Rear spoiler   240
Options (change) 1,378 2,065
Options (change) 940 1,740
Destination 695 800
Total Price $30,568 $19,565
Total Invoice $28,342 $18,575

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Soul

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Soul +
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,233
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,417
Model Year20102013
ModelForesterSoul
Trim2.5 XT Limited+
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine224hp H4164hp I4
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG24/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)80, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17205/55-16
Total Price$30,568$19,565
Adjustments for Features-5,7700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,798$19,565
Total Invoice$28,342$18,575
Adjustments for Features-5,3500
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,992$18,575

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Soul

Model Year20102013
ModelForesterSoul
Trim2.5 XT Limited+
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter$0 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1100 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
iPod integration$100 
Surround sound$250 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$7,245$1,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,770$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,3500

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Kia Soul features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Soul

Model Year20102013
ModelForesterSoul
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.0 in100.4 in
Length179.5 in162.2 in
Width70.1 in70.3 in
Height65.9 in63.4 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.2,707 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in40.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in39.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in39.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft323.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.3 ft353.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Kia Soul specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Soul +

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Total Requested1025100%
Total Not Requested00%

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