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2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2021 Subaru Forester 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.
2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2021 Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,783 2012 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium | ||
| Difference: $4,183 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2021 |
| Model | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 2.5 X Premium | Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,295 | $27,795 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 245 |
| All Weather Package | 500 | 500 |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 100 | 55 |
| Cargo area partition net | 48 | 65 |
| Cargo net | 48 | 68 |
| Cargo tray | 75 | 80 |
| Wheel locks | 51 | 81 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 81 |
| Rear bumper protector | 78 | 98 |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 120 |
| Mud guards | 135 | 170 |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 172 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 195 | 181 |
| Interior lights, additional | 88 | 204 |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | |
| Fog lights | 374 | 382 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 468 | 619 |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | |
| Satellite radio | 432 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 158 |
| All Weather Package | 417 | 417 |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 65 | 35 |
| Cargo area partition net | 31 | 42 |
| Cargo net | 31 | 44 |
| Cargo tray | 46 | 52 |
| Wheel locks | 33 | 52 |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 52 |
| Rear bumper protector | 51 | 63 |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 78 |
| Mud guards | 88 | 110 |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 111 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 117 | 117 |
| Interior lights, additional | 57 | 132 |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | |
| Fog lights | 243 | 286 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 351 | 464 |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | |
| Satellite radio | 324 | |
| Options (change) | 3,713 | 3,121 |
| Options (change) | 2,614 | 2,213 |
| Destination | 775 | 1,050 |
| Total Price | $27,783 | $31,966 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: 2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2021 Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price: 2012 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: 2021 Subaru Forester Premium | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,303 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,278 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2021 |
| Model | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 2.5 X Premium | Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 182hp H4 |
| Transmission | M5 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/26 MPG | 26/33 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/60-17 |
| Total Price | $27,783 | $31,966 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,880 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,783 | $30,086 |
Features Comparison: 2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2021 Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2021 |
| Model | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 2.5 X Premium | Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| CVT | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,920 | $3,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,880 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -192 |
Specifications Comparison: 2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2021 Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2021 |
| Model | Forester | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 105.1 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 67.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,250 lb. | 3,449 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 76.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
2012 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium
| All Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
2021 Subaru Forester Premium
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| All Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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