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Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC 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 GLC Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,176 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $16,419 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,606 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $15,449 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $33,090 | $36,090 | $40,050 | $49,990 | $56,250 | $69,900 |
| Base Invoice | $30,887 | $33,675 | $37,247 | $46,491 | $52,313 | $65,007 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 245 | 245 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 53 | 53 | ||||
| Cargo net | 68 | 68 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 120 | 120 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 230 | 230 | ||||
| Remote start | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,900 | 800 | 1,900 | 1,050 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,350 | 1,350 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 2,050 | 2,050 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 580 | 580 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | 250 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 2,590 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 158 | 158 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 34 | 34 | ||||
| Cargo net | 44 | 44 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 78 | 78 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 149 | 149 | ||||
| Remote start | 341 | 341 | ||||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,767 | 744 | 1,767 | 977 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,256 | 1,256 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,907 | 1,907 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||
| Heated front seats | 539 | 539 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | 233 | 233 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 2,409 | ||||
| Options (change) | 1,171 | 1,171 | 10,550 | 7,875 | 8,190 | 8,060 |
| Options (change) | 804 | 804 | 9,813 | 7,325 | 7,618 | 7,497 |
| Destination | 915 | 915 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $35,176 | $38,176 | $51,595 | $58,860 | $65,435 | $78,955 |
| Total Invoice | $32,606 | $35,394 | $48,055 | $54,811 | $60,926 | $73,499 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,299 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,337 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 250hp H4 | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT-8 | T9 | T7 | T9 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 440, 8 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 640, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 225/55-18 | 235/60-18 | 235/60-18 | 255/45-20 | 265/45-20 |
| Total Price | $35,176 | $38,176 | $51,595 | $58,860 | $65,435 | $78,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -300 | -120 | -1,405 | -3,805 | -4,355 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,176 | $37,876 | $51,475 | $57,455 | $61,630 | $74,600 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,700 | $0 | $5,980 | $10,155 | $23,125 |
| Total Invoice | $32,606 | $35,394 | $48,055 | $54,811 | $60,926 | $73,499 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -278 | -112 | -1,308 | -3,543 | -4,054 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,606 | $35,116 | $47,943 | $53,503 | $57,383 | $69,445 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,510 | $0 | $5,560 | $9,440 | $21,502 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| CVT | $1000 | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | $25 | ||||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $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 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||||
| 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 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding second row seats | $700 | $700 | $700 | $700 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,300 | $8,600 | $8,420 | $9,705 | $12,105 | $12,655 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $300 | $120 | $1,405 | $3,805 | $4,355 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -278 | -112 | -1,308 | -3,543 | -4,054 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | GLC |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 113.1 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 183.3 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 74.4 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 64.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,323 lb. | 3,892 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 37.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 56.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 18% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
| 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% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC350e
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
| 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 GLC AMG GLC43
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 18% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC63
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
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