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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: $29,997 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | |||
| Difference: $1,433 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,495 | $30,245 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | |
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | |
| Rear spoiler | 367 | ||
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | 46 | 100 |
| All-weather floor mats | 69 | 69 | 235 |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | |
| Navigation system | 1,501 | 1,501 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | |
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | |
| Rear spoiler | 275 | ||
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | 80 |
| All-weather floor mats | 39 | 39 | 185 |
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | |
| Options (change) | 3,307 | 2,940 | 335 |
| Options (change) | 2,557 | 2,282 | 265 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 850 |
| Total Price | $29,997 | $32,130 | $31,430 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $262 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,552 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 170hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T6 |
| 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 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $29,997 | $32,130 | $31,430 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -235 | -1,695 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,997 | $31,895 | $29,735 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,898 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||
| 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 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,135 | $5,370 | $6,830 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $235 | $1,695 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -217 | -60 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2010 | 2018 |
| Model | Forester | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 179.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,054 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 30.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 66.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI SEL
| 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% |
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