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Subaru Legacy vs. BMW 1-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Legacy vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,004

Subaru Legacy 2.5i   
Difference: $10,121

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,867

Subaru Legacy 2.5i   
Difference: $9,313

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012201320132013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacy1-Series1-Series1-Series
Trim2.5i3.6R2.5GT128i135i135is
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $19,995 $25,095 $31,595 $31,200 $39,300 $43,250
Base Invoice $18,926 $23,533 $29,442 $28,885 $36,335 $39,970
Limited Package 4,600 3,500        
Navigation system 2,000 2,000 2,000      
Sunroof 995 995        
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 186 186 186      
Universal garage door opener 85 85 85      
Rear spoiler 393 393 393      
Technology Package       2,350 2,350 2,350
Premium Package       3,600 2,400 2,400
Metallic paint (extra cost)       550 550 550
Heated front seats       500 500 500
Limited Package 4,223 3,288        
Navigation system 1,668 1,668 1,668      
Sunroof 829 829        
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 121 121 121      
Universal garage door opener 55 55 55      
Rear spoiler 295 295 295      
Technology Package       2,140 2,140 2,140
Premium Package       3,275 2,185 2,185
Metallic paint (extra cost)       500 500 500
Heated front seats       455 455 455
Options (change) 8,259 7,159 2,664 7,000 5,800 5,800
Options (change) 7,191 6,256 2,139 6,370 5,280 5,280
Destination 750 750 750 925 925 925
Total Price $29,004 $33,004 $35,009 $39,125 $46,025 $49,975
Total Invoice $26,867 $30,539 $32,331 $36,180 $42,540 $46,175

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. BMW 1-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Legacy 2.5i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,526
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,688
Model Year201220122012201320132013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacy1-Series1-Series1-Series
Trim2.5i3.6R2.5GT128i135i135is
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine170hp H4256hp H6265hp H4230hp I6300hp I6320hp I6
TransmissionM6T5M6M6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9440, 9440, 9180, 8180, 8180, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/50-17225/45-18205/50-17215/40-18215/40-18
Total Price$29,004$33,004$35,009$39,125$46,025$49,975
Adjustments for Features-405-1,355-5050-1,150-1,325
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,599$31,649$34,504$39,125$44,875$48,650
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,050$5,905$0$5,750$9,525
Total Invoice$26,867$30,539$32,331$36,180$42,540$46,175
Adjustments for Features-375-1,254-4660-1,063-1,224
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,492$29,285$31,865$36,180$41,477$44,951
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,793$5,373$0$5,297$8,771

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Features Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. BMW 1-Series

Model Year201220122012201320132013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacy1-Series1-Series1-Series
Trim2.5i3.6R2.5GT128i135i135is
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150$150$150$150
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000    
AWD$1700$1700$1700   
RWD   $0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200   
Proximity key   $250$250$250
Remote app   $25$25$25
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200$200$200   
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150   
Tires, run-flat   $150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25   
Second-row low console   $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation   $100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers   $175$175$175
Residual heat   $50$50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75   
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25   
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter     $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0   
Hood scoop  $100   
Rear spoiler$200$200$200 $200$200
Sport rocker panels (optional)    $0$0
Infotainment 
App support   $0$0$0
iPod integration   $100$100$100
Media drive   $15$15$15
Satellite radio$200$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription   $250$250$250
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar   $200$200$200
Traffic information   $25$25$25
USB port$25$25$25   
Voice control for external devices   $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75$75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror   $75$75$75
Cornering lights    $50$50
Headlight washers    $50$50
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors   $50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights    $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights    $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim   $100 $100
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat     $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat     $50
Memory system, driver seat   $200$200$200
Metal pedals     $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150$150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100   
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat     $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat     $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100$100
Wood trim    $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100    
Total Value of Features$3,100$4,050$3,200$2,695$3,845$4,020
Value of Feature Adjustments$405$1,355$505$0$1,150$1,325
Value of Feature Adjustments-375-1,254-4660-1,063-1,224

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. BMW 1-Series

Model Year20122013
ModelLegacy1-Series
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase108.3 in104.7 in
Length186.4 in172.2 in
Width71.7 in68.8 in
Height59.3 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,401 lb.3,209 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.0 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in32.0 in
Cargo Volume14.7 ft310.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 2.5i

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
HD radio50Yes
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
USB port25No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested317580%
Total Not Requested80020%

Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 3.6R

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
HD radio50Yes
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
USB port25No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested280088%
Total Not Requested40012%

Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
App support0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested82574%
Total Not Requested29026%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Proximity key250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested283068%
Total Not Requested135032%

Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
App support0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested82574%
Total Not Requested29026%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Proximity key250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested138066%
Total Not Requested70034%

Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135is

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
App support0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested82574%
Total Not Requested29026%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Proximity key250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested138066%
Total Not Requested70034%

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