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Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,235 Subaru Forester 2.5 X | ||||||||
| Difference: $65 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,623 Subaru Forester 2.5 X | ||||||||
| Difference: $636 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | TDI | 2.5L SEL | Hybrid SEL Premium | GLI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $21,195 | $26,695 | $26,995 | $27,895 | $22,990 | $22,895 | $31,180 | $23,945 |
| Base Invoice | $20,015 | $24,930 | $25,297 | $26,116 | $22,071 | $21,979 | $29,933 | $22,987 |
| Premium Package | 1,500 | 1,440 | ||||||
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 235 | 235 | 235 | 235 |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | 353 | 375 | 375 | 375 | ||
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | 445 | 445 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | 42 | ||||||
| Autobahn Package | 2,250 | |||||||
| Premium Package | 1,338 | 1,382 | ||||||
| All-weather floor mats | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 185 | 185 | 185 | 185 |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | 230 | 300 | 300 | 300 | ||
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | 334 | 334 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | 28 | ||||||
| Autobahn Package | 2,160 | |||||||
| Options (change) | 2,395 | 895 | 500 | 853 | 2,050 | 610 | 235 | 2,860 |
| Options (change) | 1,963 | 625 | 367 | 597 | 1,867 | 485 | 185 | 2,645 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 795 | 795 | 795 | 795 |
| Total Price | $24,235 | $28,235 | $28,140 | $29,393 | $25,835 | $24,300 | $32,210 | $27,600 |
| Total Invoice | $22,623 | $26,200 | $26,309 | $27,358 | $24,733 | $23,259 | $30,913 | $26,427 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,395 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,869 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | TDI | 2.5L SEL | Hybrid SEL Premium | GLI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 140hp I4 D | 170hp I5 | 170hp I4 H | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | A4 | M5 | M5 | M6 | M5 | S7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 4 | 120, 7 | 155, 7 | 155, 7 | 400, 9 | ?, 6 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $24,235 | $28,235 | $28,140 | $29,393 | $25,835 | $24,300 | $32,210 | $27,600 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,705 | -3,695 | -1,305 | -2,805 | 0 | -375 | -3,100 | -750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $22,530 | $24,540 | $26,835 | $26,588 | $25,835 | $23,925 | $29,110 | $26,850 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,010 | $4,305 | $4,058 | $1,910 | $0 | $5,185 | $2,925 |
| Total Invoice | $22,623 | $26,200 | $26,309 | $27,358 | $24,733 | $23,259 | $30,913 | $26,427 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,592 | -3,429 | -1,220 | -2,611 | 0 | -359 | -2,975 | -718 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $21,031 | $22,771 | $25,089 | $24,747 | $24,733 | $22,900 | $27,938 | $25,709 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,740 | $4,058 | $3,716 | $1,833 | $0 | $5,038 | $2,809 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited | TDI | 2.5L SEL | Hybrid SEL Premium | GLI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||||||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Navigation system | $600 | |||||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |||||||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,770 | $7,760 | $5,370 | $6,870 | $4,065 | $4,440 | $7,165 | $4,815 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,705 | $3,695 | $1,305 | $2,805 | $0 | $375 | $3,100 | $750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,592 | -3,429 | -1,220 | -2,611 | 0 | -359 | -2,975 | -718 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 |
| Model | Forester | Jetta |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 104.4 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 182.2 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 2,805 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Unbranded, 120W, 4 speakers | 350 | No |
| 4-wheel disc brakes | 150 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Satellite radio prep | 0 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1875 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | 50 | No |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 940 | 42% |
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