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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: $29,699 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $2,496 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,540 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $3,401 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | R-Line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,195 | $25,450 |
| Base Invoice | $24,330 | $26,409 | $24,433 |
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | |
| Rear spoiler | 367 | ||
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | 5,925 | ||
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | |
| Navigation system | 1,647 | 1,650 | |
| Rear spoiler | 275 | ||
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | 5,688 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,009 | 2,642 | 5,925 |
| Options (change) | 2,515 | 2,243 | 5,688 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 820 |
| Total Price | $29,699 | $31,532 | $32,195 |
| Total Invoice | $27,540 | $29,347 | $30,941 |
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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 / Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,871 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,603 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | R-Line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 210hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $29,699 | $31,532 | $32,195 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,375 | -2,610 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,324 | $28,922 | $32,195 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,598 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,540 | $29,347 | $30,941 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,202 | -2,429 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,338 | $26,918 | $30,941 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,580 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | R-Line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,240 | $6,475 | $3,865 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,375 | $2,610 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,202 | -2,429 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 100.0 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,013 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| 235/40HR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic collision intervention | No | |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 2600 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 2525 | 49% |
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