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Subaru Forester vs. Lexus IS 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. Lexus IS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,661 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | |||||
| Difference: $3,969 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,493 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | |||||
| Difference: $2,054 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | IS | IS |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 250 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,495 | $27,995 | $29,995 | $29,990 | $35,440 |
| Base Invoice | $24,814 | $26,186 | $28,084 | $26,389 | $31,186 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,600 | 1,600 | 2,550 | 2,550 |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | 93 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | 185 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | 363 | 500 | 500 |
| Navigation system | 1,501 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 2,168 | 2,168 |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | 61 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | 120 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | 272 | 400 | 400 |
| Options (change) | 2,441 | 2,241 | 2,241 | 3,050 | 3,050 |
| Options (change) | 1,954 | 1,788 | 1,788 | 2,568 | 2,568 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 725 | 590 | 590 |
| Total Price | $29,661 | $30,961 | $32,961 | $33,630 | $39,080 |
| Total Invoice | $27,493 | $28,699 | $30,597 | $29,547 | $34,344 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Lexus IS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,274 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,191 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | IS | IS |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 250 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 204hp V6 | 306hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T4 | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 194, 12 | 194, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $29,661 | $30,961 | $32,961 | $33,630 | $39,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,305 | -3,205 | -3,505 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,356 | $27,756 | $29,456 | $33,630 | $38,030 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $400 | $2,100 | $0 | $4,400 |
| Total Invoice | $27,493 | $28,699 | $30,597 | $29,547 | $34,344 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,137 | -2,971 | -3,254 | 0 | -923 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,356 | $25,728 | $27,343 | $29,547 | $33,421 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $372 | $1,987 | $0 | $3,874 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | IS | IS |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | 250 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $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 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,410 | $6,310 | $6,610 | $3,105 | $4,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,305 | $3,205 | $3,505 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,137 | -2,971 | -3,254 | 0 | -923 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | Forester | IS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 107.5 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 180.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,456 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 43.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 52.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 30.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 250
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 10% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 10% |
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