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Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,768 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $1,062 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,579 Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| Difference: $2,000 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,195 | $24,295 |
| Base Invoice | $24,330 | $26,409 | $23,323 |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 69 | 235 |
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | |
| Rear spoiler | 367 | ||
| Autobahn Package | 5,530 | ||
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 39 | 176 |
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | |
| Navigation system | 1,647 | 1,650 | |
| Rear spoiler | 275 | ||
| Autobahn Package | 5,310 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,078 | 2,711 | 5,765 |
| Options (change) | 2,554 | 2,282 | 5,486 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 770 |
| Total Price | $29,768 | $31,601 | $30,830 |
| Total Invoice | $27,579 | $29,386 | $29,579 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,267 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,043 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | 300, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $29,768 | $31,601 | $30,830 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,205 | -2,440 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,563 | $29,161 | $30,830 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,598 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,579 | $29,386 | $29,579 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,043 | -2,269 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,536 | $27,117 | $29,579 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,581 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| 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, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,835 | $6,070 | $3,630 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,205 | $2,440 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,043 | -2,269 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 2,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
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| All-weather floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 2525 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 38% |
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