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Subaru Forester vs. Mercury Sable 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. Mercury Sable Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,178 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $927 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,805 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $421 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Sable | Sable |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | Base | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,195 | $23,935 | $27,725 |
| Base Invoice | $26,409 | $22,096 | $25,508 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 75 | 75 |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 195 | 195 |
| Remote start | 432 | 395 | 395 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| iPod integration | 223 | 340 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | ||
| Security Package | 695 | ||
| Interior Comfort and Convenience Pkg. | 795 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | 895 | |
| Heated front seats | 240 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | ||
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 57 | 57 |
| Satellite radio | 340 | 170 | 170 |
| Remote start | 324 | 343 | 343 |
| Navigation system | 1,650 | 1,736 | 1,736 |
| iPod integration | 145 | 295 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | ||
| Security Package | 605 | ||
| Interior Comfort and Convenience Pkg. | 692 | ||
| Sunroof | 779 | 779 | |
| Heated front seats | 209 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | ||
| AWD | 1,665 | 1,665 | |
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,288 | 8,370 | 5,900 |
| Options (change) | 2,701 | 7,330 | 5,181 |
| Destination | 695 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $32,178 | $33,105 | $34,425 |
| Total Invoice | $29,805 | $30,226 | $31,489 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercury Sable
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,862 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,287 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Sable | Sable |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | Base | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 215/60-17 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $32,178 | $33,105 | $34,425 |
| Adjustments for Features | -935 | 0 | -415 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,243 | $33,105 | $34,010 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $905 |
| Total Invoice | $29,805 | $30,226 | $31,489 |
| Adjustments for Features | -866 | 0 | -380 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,939 | $30,226 | $31,109 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $883 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercury Sable
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Sable | Sable |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | Base | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,160 | $5,225 | $5,640 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $935 | $0 | $415 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -866 | 0 | -380 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mercury Sable
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Forester | Sable |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 202.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,820 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 57.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 41.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercury Sable
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 23% |
| Interior Comfort and Convenience Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Mercury Sable Premier
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
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