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Subaru Forester vs. Toyota Highlander 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. Toyota Highlander Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,980 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $489 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,598 Toyota Highlander Sport | |||
| Difference: $893 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | Sport | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $33,095 | $29,260 | $33,070 |
| Base Invoice | $30,927 | $26,408 | $29,762 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 95 | ||
| Cargo cover | 182 | ||
| Remote start | 445 | 529 | 529 |
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | 125 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | ||
| AWD | 1,450 | 1,450 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 375 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,490 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | 60 | ||
| Floor mats | 185 | 275 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Power liftgate | 400 | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 440 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 61 | ||
| Cargo cover | 118 | ||
| Remote start | 333 | 380 | 380 |
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | 100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | ||
| AWD | 1,305 | 1,305 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 300 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,192 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | 48 | ||
| Floor mats | 120 | 180 | |
| Sunroof | 680 | 680 | |
| Power liftgate | 320 | 320 | |
| Heated front seats | 352 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,035 | 5,464 | 3,944 |
| Options (change) | 714 | 4,445 | 3,217 |
| Destination | 850 | 745 | 745 |
| Total Price | $34,980 | $35,469 | $37,759 |
| Total Invoice | $32,491 | $31,598 | $33,724 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota Highlander
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,759 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $287 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | Sport | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 250hp H4 | 270hp V6 | 270hp V6 |
| Transmission | CVT-8 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/28 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 8 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 245/55-19 | 245/55-19 |
| Total Price | $34,980 | $35,469 | $37,759 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,270 | 0 | -1,800 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,710 | $35,469 | $35,959 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $490 |
| Total Invoice | $32,491 | $31,598 | $33,724 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,180 | 0 | -1,608 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,311 | $31,598 | $32,116 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $518 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota Highlander
| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | 2.0XT Touring | Sport | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Removable second-row console | $200 | $200 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable center seat, second row | $150 | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,835 | $5,565 | $7,365 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,270 | $0 | $1,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,180 | 0 | -1,608 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota Highlander
| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 |
| Model | Forester | Highlander |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 109.8 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 188.4 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 68.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,624 lb. | 4,178 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 59.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.0 in | 43.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 59.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.4 | 42.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Sport
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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