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Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,946 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $12,734 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,571 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $12,036 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | C280 Luxury Sedan |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,495 | $33,400 |
| Base Invoice | $26,707 | $31,062 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 2,210 |
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Entertainment Package | 1,460 | |
| Sunroof Package | 1,790 | |
| AWD | 1,800 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | |
| Folding second row seats | 290 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 765 | |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 1,500 | |
| Navigation system | 1,501 | 2,055 |
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Entertainment Package | 1,358 | |
| Sunroof Package | 1,665 | |
| AWD | 1,674 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | |
| Folding second row seats | 270 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 711 | |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 1,395 | |
| Options (change) | 2,756 | 10,505 |
| Options (change) | 2,169 | 9,770 |
| Destination | 695 | 775 |
| Total Price | $31,946 | $44,680 |
| Total Invoice | $29,571 | $41,607 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,549 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,864 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | C280 Luxury Sedan |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 228hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 19/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 320, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $31,946 | $44,680 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -185 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,946 | $44,495 |
| Total Invoice | $29,571 | $41,607 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -172 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,571 | $41,435 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | C280 Luxury Sedan |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,520 | $5,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $185 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -172 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 106.9 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 178.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 68.0 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,655 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 33.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 Luxury Sedan
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 55% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
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