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Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,318 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $2,237 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,836 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $3,213 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | Forester | Passat |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,995 | $34,265 |
| Base Invoice | $28,084 | $32,860 |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Cargo net | 48 | 95 |
| Remote start | 432 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | |
| Navigation system | 1,600 | |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Cargo net | 31 | 69 |
| Remote start | 324 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | |
| Navigation system | 1,335 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | |
| Options (change) | 2,598 | 470 |
| Options (change) | 2,027 | 369 |
| Destination | 725 | 820 |
| Total Price | $33,318 | $35,555 |
| Total Invoice | $30,836 | $34,049 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,292 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,189 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | Forester | Passat |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 20/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $33,318 | $35,555 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,055 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,263 | $35,555 |
| Total Invoice | $30,836 | $34,049 |
| Adjustments for Features | -976 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,860 | $34,049 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | Forester | Passat |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,460 | $4,405 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,055 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -976 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | Forester | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,446 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
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