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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: $29,882 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $2,388 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,659 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $3,354 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,195 | $31,450 |
| Base Invoice | $24,330 | $26,409 | $30,193 |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | |
| Rear spoiler | 367 | ||
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | |
| Rear spoiler | 275 | ||
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | |
| Navigation system | 1,647 | 1,650 | |
| Options (change) | 3,192 | 2,825 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 2,634 | 2,362 | 0 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 820 |
| Total Price | $29,882 | $31,715 | $32,270 |
| Total Invoice | $27,659 | $29,466 | $31,013 |
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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: $4,088 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,928 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | R-Line SEL |
| 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 | $29,882 | $31,715 | $32,270 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,700 | -1,935 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,182 | $29,780 | $32,270 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,598 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,659 | $29,466 | $31,013 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,574 | -1,798 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,085 | $27,668 | $31,013 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,583 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Beetle |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | R-Line SEL |
| 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 collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| 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 | $6,340 | $6,575 | $4,640 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,700 | $1,935 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,574 | -1,798 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| 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 |
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