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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: $31,398 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||||
| Difference: $15,602 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,027 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||||
| Difference: $14,748 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,995 | $29,995 | $39,500 | $46,050 | $52,000 | $65,200 | $72,800 |
| Base Invoice | $26,186 | $28,084 | $36,735 | $42,827 | $48,360 | $60,636 | $67,704 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 368 | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 1,600 | |||||
| Remote start | 432 | 432 | |||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | 625 | 625 | 625 | |||
| Leather Seating Package | 2,050 | 2,050 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Heated front seats | 580 | 580 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 460 | 460 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 310 | 310 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 700 | ||||||
| Premium 3 Package | 2,450 | ||||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 276 | 326 | 326 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 1,335 | |||||
| Remote start | 324 | 324 | |||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | 581 | 581 | 581 | |||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,907 | 1,907 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Heated front seats | 539 | 539 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 428 | 428 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 288 | 288 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 651 | ||||||
| Premium 3 Package | 2,279 | ||||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 2,678 | 2,310 | 6,575 | 6,575 | 5,145 | 7,240 | 2,825 |
| Options (change) | 2,116 | 1,840 | 6,115 | 6,115 | 4,785 | 6,734 | 2,627 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $31,398 | $33,030 | $47,000 | $49,507 | $58,070 | $73,365 | $76,550 |
| Total Invoice | $29,027 | $30,649 | $43,775 | $45,824 | $54,070 | $68,295 | $71,256 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,657 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,936 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T7 | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | ?, 5 | ?, 5 | ?, 5 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 |
| Total Price | $31,398 | $33,030 | $47,000 | $49,507 | $58,070 | $73,365 | $76,550 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -175 | -1,945 | -3,470 | -5,170 | -5,585 | -4,720 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,398 | $32,855 | $45,055 | $46,037 | $52,900 | $67,780 | $71,830 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,457 | $0 | $982 | $7,845 | $22,725 | $26,775 |
| Total Invoice | $29,027 | $30,649 | $43,775 | $45,824 | $54,070 | $68,295 | $71,256 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -162 | -1,812 | -3,212 | -4,814 | -5,199 | -4,394 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,027 | $30,487 | $41,963 | $42,612 | $49,256 | $63,096 | $66,862 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,460 | $0 | $649 | $7,293 | $21,133 | $24,899 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 6 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| App support | $0 | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,810 | $6,985 | $8,755 | $10,280 | $11,980 | $12,395 | $11,530 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $175 | $1,945 | $3,470 | $5,170 | $5,585 | $4,720 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -162 | -1,812 | -3,212 | -4,814 | -5,199 | -4,394 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 111.8 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 39% |
| Total Not Requested | 940 | 61% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
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