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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: $33,601

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring   
Difference: $8,090

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,034

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring   
Difference: $7,081

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelForester4Runner
Trim2.5 XT TouringLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $29,895 $38,400
Base Invoice $27,992 $35,328
Utility Package 705  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 185  
Navigation system 1,000 1,420
Class II trailer hitch 468  
Universal garage door opener 93  
Cargo net 48 49
Remote start 432 529
Cargo tray   99
Roof rack crossbars   185
Floor mats   199
Utility Package 492  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 120  
Navigation system 888 1,263
Class II trailer hitch 351  
Universal garage door opener 61  
Cargo net 31 34
Remote start 324 380
Cargo tray   64
Roof rack crossbars   110
Floor mats   126
Options (change) 2,931 2,481
Options (change) 2,267 1,977
Destination 775 810
Total Price $33,601 $41,691
Total Invoice $31,034 $38,115

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,955
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,958
Model Year20122011
ModelForester4Runner
Trim2.5 XT TouringLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine224hp H4270hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG17/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 15
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17245/60-20
Total Price$33,601$41,691
Adjustments for Features0-135
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,601$41,556
Total Invoice$31,034$38,115
Adjustments for Features0-123
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,034$37,992

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20122011
ModelForester4Runner
Trim2.5 XT TouringLimited
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
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Class II trailer hitch$200 
Class III trailer hitch $250
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Wiper de-icer$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Hood scoop$100 
Skid plates $150
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1100 
Tow hook(s), front $40
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
HD radio$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
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 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power release, second row seats$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Hydraulically cross-linked dampers $500
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$5,320$5,455
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$135
Value of Feature Adjustments0-123

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

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20122011
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
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring

Utility Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Roof rack crossbars50Yes
Mud guards75No
Rear bumper protector40Yes
Wheel-lip moldings75Yes
Total Requested16569%
Total Not Requested7531%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested925100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Toyota 4Runner Limited

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

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