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Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,377 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $56,748 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,979 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||||
| Difference: $52,903 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $30,095 | $33,095 | $86,950 | $110,800 | $151,350 | $219,850 |
| Base Invoice | $28,144 | $30,927 | $80,864 | $103,044 | $140,756 | $204,461 |
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,895 | 1,895 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | 76 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | 199 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 224 | 224 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | 38 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | 1,638 | 1,638 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | 49 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | 129 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 145 | 145 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | 24 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 2,432 | 2,432 | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 1,985 | 1,985 | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | 0 |
| Destination | 850 | 850 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $33,377 | $36,377 | $90,125 | $113,975 | $154,525 | $222,075 |
| Total Invoice | $30,979 | $33,762 | $83,882 | $106,062 | $143,774 | $206,686 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $46,328 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,205 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 250hp H4 | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT-8 | T9 | T9 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | 440, 8 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 900, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 225/55-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $33,377 | $36,377 | $90,125 | $113,975 | $154,525 | $222,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -200 | -10,420 | -13,470 | -18,945 | -21,145 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,377 | $36,177 | $79,705 | $100,505 | $135,580 | $200,930 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,800 | $0 | $20,800 | $55,875 | $121,225 |
| Total Invoice | $30,979 | $33,762 | $83,882 | $106,062 | $143,774 | $206,686 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -186 | -9,698 | -12,535 | -17,627 | -19,680 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,979 | $33,576 | $74,184 | $93,527 | $126,147 | $187,006 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,597 | $0 | $19,343 | $51,963 | $112,822 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring | SL450 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| CVT | $1000 | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | |||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| 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 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active curve tilting | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,210 | $9,410 | $19,630 | $22,680 | $28,155 | $30,355 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $200 | $10,420 | $13,470 | $18,945 | $21,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -186 | -9,698 | -12,535 | -17,627 | -19,680 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Forester | SL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 101.7 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.9 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 3,827 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | 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 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
| Navigation and Eyesight Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | 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 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL450
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 87% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 87% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 87% |
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