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Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle 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. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,138 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| Difference: $627 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,139 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| Difference: $1,506 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,695 | $27,895 | $23,395 |
| Base Invoice | $24,930 | $26,116 | $22,459 |
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | |
| Boost gauge | 311 | ||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 3,000 | ||
| Navigation Package | 1,600 | ||
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | |
| Boost gauge | 203 | ||
| Sunroof and Sound Package | 2,880 | ||
| Navigation Package | 1,536 | ||
| Options (change) | 798 | 1,109 | 4,600 |
| Options (change) | 564 | 767 | 4,416 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 770 |
| Total Price | $28,138 | $29,649 | $28,765 |
| Total Invoice | $26,139 | $27,528 | $27,645 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,552 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,294 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 7 | 155, 7 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $28,138 | $29,649 | $28,765 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,925 | -1,135 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,213 | $28,514 | $28,765 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,301 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $26,139 | $27,528 | $27,645 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,788 | -1,054 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,351 | $26,474 | $27,645 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,123 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 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 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $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 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,790 | $6,000 | $4,865 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,925 | $1,135 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,788 | -1,054 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 99.9 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 2,940 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
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| Sunroof and Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Center armrest(s), front row | 75 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 46% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
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