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Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,180

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $8,638

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,167

Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition   
Difference: $8,287

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008
ModelForesterForesterImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $26,695 $27,895 $34,995
Base Invoice $24,930 $26,116 $33,010
Rear spoiler 353 353  
Satellite radio 445 445 453
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 42    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183 192
Universal garage door opener   87 85
Bodyside moldings     198
Roof rack     250
Rear spoiler 230 230  
Satellite radio 334 334 340
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 28    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119 125
Universal garage door opener   56 55
Bodyside moldings     129
Roof rack     150
Options (change) 840 1,068 1,178
Options (change) 592 739 799
Destination 645 645 645
Total Price $28,180 $29,608 $36,818
Total Invoice $26,167 $27,500 $34,454

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,553
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,203
Model Year200820082008
ModelForesterForesterImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine173hp H4224hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionA4M5M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 7155, 780, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/55-17245/40-18
Total Price$28,180$29,608$36,818
Adjustments for Features-6400-725
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,540$29,608$36,093
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,068$0
Total Invoice$26,167$27,500$34,454
Adjustments for Features-5940-678
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,573$27,500$33,776
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,927$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year200820082008
ModelForesterForesterImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Trim2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manual  $150
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist  $50
Full-size spare tire$225$225 
Side curtain airbags  $350
Stability control  $400
Temporary spare tire  $150
Traction control  $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential  $275
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Hood scoop $100$100
Sunroof, large$1100$1100 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Surround sound  $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125$125 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Trip computer  $150
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Heated front seats$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 $0
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$5,415$4,775$5,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$640$0$725
Value of Feature Adjustments-5940-678

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year20082008
ModelForesterImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase99.4 in103.1 in
Length176.6 in173.8 in
Width68.3 in68.5 in
Height65.0 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,166 lb.3,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.6 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.7 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.0 ft319.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
57.7 ft344.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport WRX STI

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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