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Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,878

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $3,140

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,221

Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $3,155

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142010
ModelOutbackForester
Trim3.6R Limited2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price $32,095 $28,495
Base Invoice $30,034 $26,707
Navigation system 1,300 1,800
Sunroof 1,445  
Class II trailer hitch 353 468
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
iPod integration   223
Cargo tray   75
Universal garage door opener   82
Cargo cover   166
Bodyside moldings   238
Satellite radio   453
Navigation system 1,085 1,501
Sunroof 1,203  
Class II trailer hitch 229 351
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
iPod integration   145
Cargo tray   46
Universal garage door opener   54
Cargo cover   108
Bodyside moldings   155
Satellite radio   340
Options (change) 3,098 3,688
Options (change) 2,517 2,819
Destination 825 695
Total Price $36,018 $32,878
Total Invoice $33,376 $30,221

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,285
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,363
Model Year20142010
ModelOutbackForester
Trim3.6R Limited2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine256hp H6224hp H4
TransmissionT5T4
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG19/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/60-17225/55-17
Total Price$36,018$32,878
Adjustments for Features-8550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,163$32,878
Total Invoice$33,376$30,221
Adjustments for Features-7920
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,584$30,221

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Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20142010
ModelOutbackForester
Trim3.6R Limited2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
AWD$1700$1700
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Roof rack$300 
Roof rails $250
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Hood scoop $100
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration $100
Surround sound $250
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
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,550$4,695
Value of Feature Adjustments$855$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-7920

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20142010
ModelOutbackForester
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.9 in103.0 in
Length189.0 in179.5 in
Width71.7 in70.1 in
Height65.7 in65.9 in
Curb Weight3,613 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.8 in41.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.0 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		34.3 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		71.3 ft368.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Outback vs. Subaru Forester specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0No
Total Requested60065%
Total Not Requested32535%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
A/V input jacks25No
Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested70065%
Total Not Requested37535%

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