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Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,992 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | |||||
| Difference: $40,808 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,902 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | |||||
| Difference: $38,449 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $33,095 | $64,550 | $66,200 | $91,300 | $122,100 |
| Base Invoice | $30,927 | $60,032 | $61,566 | $84,909 | $112,623 |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,895 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | ||||
| Cargo cover | 182 | ||||
| AC power outlet | 415 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | ||||
| Rear bumper protector | 95 | ||||
| Roof rack crossbars | 199 | 320 | 320 | 320 | 320 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 224 | ||||
| Cargo net | 90 | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 634 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,410 | 4,410 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 2,800 | 1,950 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | 400 | 400 | 400 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,638 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | ||||
| Cargo cover | 118 | ||||
| AC power outlet | 311 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | ||||
| Rear bumper protector | 61 | ||||
| Roof rack crossbars | 117 | 298 | 298 | 298 | 298 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 145 | ||||
| Cargo net | 58 | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 475 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,101 | 4,101 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | 2,604 | 1,814 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | 372 | 372 | 372 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | ||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | |
| Options (change) | 4,047 | 13,325 | 13,325 | 4,335 | 895 |
| Options (change) | 3,125 | 12,394 | 12,394 | 4,033 | 833 |
| Destination | 850 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $37,992 | $78,800 | $80,450 | $96,560 | $123,920 |
| Total Invoice | $34,902 | $73,351 | $74,885 | $89,867 | $114,381 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $33,813 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $31,938 | |||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 250hp H4 | 240hp V6 D | 362hp V6 | 429hp V8 | 550hp V8 |
| Transmission | CVT-8 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 275/55-19 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $37,992 | $78,800 | $80,450 | $96,560 | $123,920 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,995 | -7,145 | -11,310 | -14,135 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,992 | $71,805 | $73,305 | $85,250 | $109,785 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,500 | $13,445 | $37,980 |
| Total Invoice | $34,902 | $73,351 | $74,885 | $89,867 | $114,381 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,511 | -6,651 | -10,526 | -13,047 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,902 | $66,840 | $68,234 | $79,341 | $101,334 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,394 | $12,501 | $34,494 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | |||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane sway warning | $25 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | ||||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Roof rack | $300 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,475 | $14,470 | $14,620 | $18,785 | $21,610 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,995 | $7,145 | $11,310 | $14,135 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,511 | -6,651 | -10,526 | -13,047 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | GL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 121.0 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 201.6 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 76.4 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 5,372 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.4 | 49.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2200 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 4% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Class IV trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1140 | 43% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Class IV trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1140 | 43% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL550
| Class IV trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 71% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL AMG GL63
| Class IV trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
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