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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: $23,065 Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||
| Difference: $6,101 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,173 Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||
| Difference: $4,984 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,995 | $28,195 | $21,395 | $22,995 |
| Base Invoice | $24,330 | $26,409 | $20,539 | $22,075 |
| Satellite radio | 453 | 453 | ||
| iPod integration | 223 | 223 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | ||
| Sunroof | 900 | |||
| Navigation Package | 1,200 | |||
| Satellite radio | 340 | 340 | ||
| iPod integration | 145 | 145 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,647 | 1,650 | ||
| Sunroof | 864 | |||
| Navigation Package | 1,152 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,476 | 2,476 | 900 | 1,200 |
| Options (change) | 2,132 | 2,135 | 864 | 1,152 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 770 | 770 |
| Total Price | $29,166 | $31,366 | $23,065 | $24,965 |
| Total Invoice | $27,157 | $29,239 | $22,173 | $23,997 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,281 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $496 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | M5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 140, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $29,166 | $31,366 | $23,065 | $24,965 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,820 | -5,255 | 0 | -150 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,346 | $26,111 | $23,065 | $24,815 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,765 | $0 | $1,750 |
| Total Invoice | $27,157 | $29,239 | $22,173 | $23,997 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,488 | -4,899 | 0 | -144 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,669 | $24,340 | $22,173 | $23,853 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,671 | $0 | $1,680 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean / Limited | 2.5 XT Limited | SEL | TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $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 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $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 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,035 | $7,470 | $2,215 | $2,365 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,820 | $5,255 | $0 | $150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,488 | -4,899 | 0 | -144 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Jetta |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 104.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 182.2 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 2,805 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 775 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 28% |
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