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Subaru Forester vs. Nissan Altima 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. Nissan Altima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,813 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||||
| Difference: $1,197 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,615 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||||
| Difference: $883 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Altima | Altima | Altima |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,195 | $25,180 | $29,380 | $26,550 |
| Base Invoice | $24,330 | $26,409 | $23,337 | $27,221 | $24,976 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | 238 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 367 | 370 | |||
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | 82 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,460 | ||||
| 6-speed shiftable CVT | 500 | ||||
| Technology Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Floor mats | 175 | 175 | 110 | ||
| Stability control | 600 | ||||
| Connection Package | 3,100 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,300 | ||||
| Sunroof | 850 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | 155 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 275 | 295 | |||
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | 54 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,647 | 1,650 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,134 | ||||
| 6-speed shiftable CVT | 463 | ||||
| Technology Package | 1,735 | 1,735 | 1,735 | ||
| Floor mats | 134 | 134 | 84 | ||
| Stability control | 520 | ||||
| Connection Package | 2,689 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,127 | ||||
| Sunroof | 738 | ||||
| Options (change) | 3,123 | 2,756 | 5,135 | 3,145 | 7,360 |
| Options (change) | 2,590 | 2,318 | 4,466 | 2,684 | 6,373 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 695 | 695 | 695 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2,350 |
| Total Price | $29,813 | $31,646 | $31,010 | $33,220 | $32,255 |
| Total Invoice | $27,615 | $29,422 | $28,498 | $30,600 | $29,694 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Nissan Altima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,902 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,544 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Altima | Altima | Altima |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 270hp V6 | 270hp V6 | 158hp I4 H |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | CVT-6 | CVT-6 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 264, 9 | 264, 9 | 264, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 215/60-16 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $29,813 | $31,646 | $31,010 | $33,220 | $32,255 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,820 | -2,055 | -1,115 | -1,015 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,993 | $29,591 | $29,895 | $32,205 | $32,255 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,598 | $0 | $2,310 | $2,360 |
| Total Invoice | $27,615 | $29,422 | $28,498 | $30,600 | $29,694 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,686 | -1,911 | -1,025 | -935 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,929 | $27,511 | $27,473 | $29,665 | $29,694 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,582 | $0 | $2,192 | $2,221 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Nissan Altima
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Altima | Altima | Altima |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| CVT | $1000 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,735 | $5,970 | $5,030 | $4,930 | $3,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,820 | $2,055 | $1,115 | $1,015 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,686 | -1,911 | -1,025 | -935 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Nissan Altima
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Altima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 109.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 189.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,146 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 44.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SE
| Floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2825 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1625 | 37% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SL
| Stability control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Nissan Altima Hybrid
| Connection Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1825 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 36% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 195 | 18% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
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