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Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 CLA Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,002 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | ||||
| Difference: $12,323 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,940 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | ||||
| Difference: $11,621 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,895 | $27,895 | $32,400 | $49,950 |
| Base Invoice | $25,001 | $26,005 | $30,132 | $46,454 |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | 300 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | 87 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |||
| Convenience Package | 500 | 500 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,650 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,350 | 2,350 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | 1,650 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | 273 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | 56 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |||
| Convenience Package | 465 | 465 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,535 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,186 | 2,186 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | 1,535 | |||
| Options (change) | 482 | 623 | 7,000 | 6,700 |
| Options (change) | 314 | 405 | 6,504 | 6,231 |
| Destination | 625 | 625 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $28,002 | $29,143 | $40,325 | $57,575 |
| Total Invoice | $25,940 | $27,035 | $37,561 | $53,610 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,468 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,026 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 230hp H4 | 208hp I4 | 375hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 4 | ?, 7 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/60-16 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $28,002 | $29,143 | $40,325 | $57,575 |
| Adjustments for Features | -900 | 0 | -4,755 | -8,155 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,102 | $29,143 | $35,570 | $49,420 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,041 | $0 | $13,850 |
| Total Invoice | $25,940 | $27,035 | $37,561 | $53,610 |
| Adjustments for Features | -834 | 0 | -4,429 | -7,593 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,106 | $27,035 | $33,132 | $46,017 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,929 | $0 | $12,885 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Color seat belts | $0 | |||
| Interior trim, special color | $0 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,995 | $4,095 | $8,850 | $12,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $900 | $0 | $4,755 | $8,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -834 | 0 | -4,429 | -7,593 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | CLA |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 56.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 3,263 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 35.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 27.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 41% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 86% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 41% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 86% |
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior trim, special color | 0 | No |
| Color seat belts | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
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