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Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,193

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $6,792

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,518

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $5,862

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092010
ModelForester4Runner
Trim2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $28,195 $37,765
Base Invoice $26,409 $34,365
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 183  
Class II trailer hitch 468  
Wheel-lip moldings 432  
Universal garage door opener 82  
Skid plates 584  
Rear bumper protector 78  
Satellite radio 453  
iPod integration 223  
Navigation system 1,800 1,420
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 119  
Class II trailer hitch 351  
Wheel-lip moldings 324  
Universal garage door opener 54  
Skid plates 380  
Rear bumper protector 51  
Satellite radio 340  
iPod integration 145  
Navigation system 1,650 1,215
Options (change) 4,303 1,420
Options (change) 3,414 1,215
Destination 695 800
Total Price $33,193 $39,985
Total Invoice $30,518 $36,380

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,722
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,888
Model Year20092010
ModelForester4Runner
Trim2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine224hp H4270hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG17/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 6?, 15
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17245/60-20
Total Price$33,193$39,985
Adjustments for Features0-1,070
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,193$38,915
Total Invoice$30,518$36,380
Adjustments for Features0-974
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,518$35,406

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20092010
ModelForester4Runner
Trim2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power retractable rear window $350
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch$200 
Class III trailer hitch $250
Sliding load floor $275
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Wiper de-icer$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1100 
Tow hook(s), front $40
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration$100 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats$75 
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Hydraulically cross-linked dampers $500
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$5,095$6,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,070
Value of Feature Adjustments0-974

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20092010
ModelForester4Runner
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in109.8 in
Length179.5 in189.9 in
Width70.1 in75.8 in
Height65.9 in71.5 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.4,400 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.24.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in56.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in57.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in32.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in34.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.7 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in43.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in29.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft39.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		33.546.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.3 ft388.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota 4Runner Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60083%
Total Not Requested12517%

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