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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: $35,708 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $15,362 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,640 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $14,927 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 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 | $30,095 | $33,095 | $40,050 | $49,990 | $56,250 | $69,900 |
| Base Invoice | $28,144 | $30,927 | $37,247 | $46,491 | $52,313 | $65,007 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | 199 | ||||
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,895 | 1,895 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 224 | 224 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | 38 | ||||
| Cargo cover | 182 | 182 | ||||
| Cargo net | 90 | 90 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | 76 | ||||
| Cargo organizer | 60 | 60 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 |
| AC power outlet | 415 | 415 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | 207 | 207 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | 298 | 298 | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 634 | 634 | ||||
| Remote start | 445 | 445 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 2,050 | 2,050 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,350 | 1,350 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 580 | 580 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | 850 | ||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 310 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 2,590 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | 129 | ||||
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,638 | 1,638 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 145 | 145 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | 24 | ||||
| Cargo cover | 118 | 118 | ||||
| Cargo net | 58 | 58 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | 49 | ||||
| Cargo organizer | 39 | 39 | 186 | 186 | 186 | 186 |
| AC power outlet | 311 | 311 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | 134 | 134 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | 193 | 193 | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 475 | 475 | ||||
| Remote start | 333 | 333 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,907 | 1,907 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,256 | 1,256 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||
| Heated front seats | 539 | 539 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | 791 | ||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 288 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 2,409 | ||||
| Options (change) | 4,763 | 4,763 | 10,025 | 7,910 | 7,665 | 7,785 |
| Options (change) | 3,646 | 3,646 | 9,325 | 7,357 | 7,130 | 7,241 |
| Destination | 850 | 850 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $35,708 | $38,708 | $51,070 | $58,895 | $64,910 | $78,680 |
| Total Invoice | $32,640 | $35,423 | $47,567 | $54,843 | $60,438 | $73,243 |
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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: $13,802 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,474 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 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 | $35,708 | $38,708 | $51,070 | $58,895 | $64,910 | $78,680 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -200 | -1,560 | -2,995 | -5,245 | -5,895 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,708 | $38,508 | $49,510 | $55,900 | $59,665 | $72,785 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,800 | $0 | $6,390 | $10,155 | $23,275 |
| Total Invoice | $32,640 | $35,423 | $47,567 | $54,843 | $60,438 | $73,243 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -183 | -1,453 | -2,789 | -4,884 | -5,488 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,640 | $35,240 | $46,114 | $52,054 | $55,554 | $67,755 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,600 | $0 | $5,940 | $9,440 | $21,641 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 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 | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | $25 | ||||
| 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 | ||||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | $25 | ||||
| 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 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $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 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | $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 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| 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 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| 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 | $7,910 | $8,110 | $9,470 | $10,905 | $13,155 | $13,805 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $200 | $1,560 | $2,995 | $5,245 | $5,895 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -183 | -1,453 | -2,789 | -4,884 | -5,488 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2015 | 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 | 3,297 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 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 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
Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300
| Class III trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| 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% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 27% |
| 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 | No |
| 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
| Class III trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 27% |
| 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% |
| 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
| Class III trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| 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 | No |
| 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
| Class III trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| 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 | No |
| 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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