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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: $31,329 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| Difference: $9,986 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,975 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| Difference: $9,512 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,995 | $29,995 | $29,900 | $47,450 |
| Base Invoice | $26,186 | $28,084 | $27,807 | $44,129 |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | 300 | 300 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | 970 | 970 |
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 1,600 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,370 | 2,370 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 850 | |||
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 276 | 279 | 279 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | 902 | 902 |
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 1,335 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,204 | 2,204 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 791 | |||
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,609 | 2,241 | 10,490 | 9,640 |
| Options (change) | 2,064 | 1,788 | 9,755 | 8,964 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $31,329 | $32,961 | $41,315 | $58,015 |
| Total Invoice | $28,975 | $30,597 | $38,487 | $54,018 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,016 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,677 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 208hp I4 | 355hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $31,329 | $32,961 | $41,315 | $58,015 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -175 | -1,970 | -4,595 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,329 | $32,786 | $39,345 | $53,420 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,457 | $0 | $14,075 |
| Total Invoice | $28,975 | $30,597 | $38,487 | $54,018 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -162 | -1,835 | -4,278 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,975 | $30,435 | $36,652 | $49,740 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,460 | $0 | $13,088 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| 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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,360 | $4,535 | $6,330 | $8,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $175 | $1,970 | $4,595 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -162 | -1,835 | -4,278 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | Forester | CLA |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 56.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,263 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 35.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 27.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| LED tail lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 315 | 28% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 39% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 315 | 28% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1075 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 39% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
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