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Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 GLE Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,473 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||||
| Difference: $25,262 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,809 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||||
| Difference: $23,955 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,995 | $29,995 | $52,200 | $67,750 | $66,700 | $102,550 | $109,700 |
| Base Invoice | $26,186 | $28,084 | $48,546 | $63,008 | $62,031 | $95,372 | $102,021 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | |||||
| Rear bumper protector | 78 | 78 | |||||
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 368 | ||||||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,600 | 1,600 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | 363 | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | 468 | |||||
| Remote start | 432 | 432 | |||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,120 | 2,000 | |||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,370 | ||||||
| Interior Sport Package | 1,000 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | |||||
| Rear bumper protector | 51 | 51 | |||||
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 276 | ||||||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,335 | 1,335 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | 272 | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | 351 | |||||
| Remote start | 324 | 324 | |||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 930 | 930 | 930 | 930 | 930 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | ||
| Premium 2 Package | 1,972 | 1,860 | |||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,274 | ||||||
| Interior Sport Package | 930 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 3,753 | 3,385 | 4,540 | 6,035 | 6,665 | 1,575 | 1,575 |
| Options (change) | 2,898 | 2,622 | 4,223 | 5,614 | 6,199 | 1,465 | 1,465 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,085 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $32,473 | $34,105 | $57,735 | $74,780 | $70,275 | $105,120 | $112,270 |
| Total Invoice | $29,809 | $31,431 | $53,764 | $69,617 | $65,140 | $97,832 | $104,481 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $23,342 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,167 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 302hp V6 | 385hp V6 | 329hp V6 PiH | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | ?, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 295/35-21 |
| Total Price | $32,473 | $34,105 | $57,735 | $74,780 | $70,275 | $105,120 | $112,270 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -175 | -1,920 | -9,010 | -8,735 | -11,510 | -12,160 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,473 | $33,930 | $55,815 | $65,770 | $61,540 | $93,610 | $100,110 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,457 | $0 | $9,955 | $5,725 | $37,795 | $44,295 |
| Total Invoice | $29,809 | $31,431 | $53,764 | $69,617 | $65,140 | $97,832 | $104,481 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -161 | -1,788 | -8,388 | -8,097 | -10,712 | -11,316 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,809 | $31,270 | $51,976 | $61,229 | $57,043 | $87,120 | $93,165 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,461 | $0 | $9,253 | $5,067 | $35,144 | $41,189 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE |
| Trim | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,985 | $7,160 | $8,905 | $15,995 | $15,720 | $18,495 | $19,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $175 | $1,920 | $9,010 | $8,735 | $11,510 | $12,160 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -161 | -1,788 | -8,388 | -8,097 | -10,712 | -11,316 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | GLE |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 114.8 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 189.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 75.8 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 70.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 4,651 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 24.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 38.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350
| 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% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43
| 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 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1800 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE550e
| Upgraded leather upholstery | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1800 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63 S
| 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% |
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