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Toyota Highlander vs. Subaru Forester 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.
Toyota Highlander vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,350 Subaru Forester 2.5 X | ||||
| Difference: $7,450 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,656 Subaru Forester 2.5 X | ||||
| Difference: $5,479 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander | Forester |
| Trim | Base | Sport | Limited | 2.5 X |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $24,530 | $27,765 | $30,460 | $21,195 |
| Base Invoice | $21,831 | $24,710 | $27,108 | $20,015 |
| Cold Weather Package | 60 | 60 | ||
| AWD w/ third-row seat | 3,310 | |||
| Fog lights | 110 | |||
| Floor mats | 106 | 106 | 106 | |
| Cargo net | 49 | 49 | 49 | 46 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 390 | 390 | 390 | 299 |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | 200 | 353 | |
| Heated front seats | 440 | |||
| Leather Package | 2,285 | |||
| JBL 8 speakers | 475 | |||
| Alloy wheels | 520 | |||
| Sunroof | 900 | 900 | ||
| Preferred Package | 255 | |||
| AWD | 1,470 | 1,400 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 650 | |||
| Value Package | 560 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,500 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 48 | 48 | ||
| AWD w/ third-row seat | 2,946 | |||
| Fog lights | 88 | |||
| Floor mats | 66 | 66 | 66 | |
| Cargo net | 34 | 34 | 34 | 30 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 280 | 280 | 280 | 195 |
| Rear spoiler | 160 | 160 | 230 | |
| Heated front seats | 352 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,828 | |||
| JBL 8 speakers | 356 | |||
| Alloy wheels | 416 | |||
| Sunroof | 720 | 720 | ||
| Preferred Package | 204 | |||
| AWD | 1,308 | 1,246 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 559 | |||
| Value Package | 504 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,338 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,845 | 3,430 | 3,155 | 2,510 |
| Options (change) | 7,294 | 2,820 | 2,689 | 1,996 |
| Destination | 605 | 605 | 605 | 645 |
| Total Price | $33,980 | $31,800 | $34,220 | $24,350 |
| Total Invoice | $29,730 | $28,135 | $30,402 | $22,656 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,090 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,135 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander | Forester |
| Trim | Base | Sport | Limited | 2.5 X |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 215hp V6 | 215hp V6 | 215hp V6 | 173hp H4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A5 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/24 MPG | 18/24 MPG | 18/24 MPG | 20/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 6 | ?, 8 | 120, 4 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/70-16 | 225/65-17 | 225/65-17 | 215/60-16 |
| Total Price | $33,980 | $31,800 | $34,220 | $24,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,450 | 0 | -3,000 | -220 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,530 | $31,800 | $31,220 | $24,130 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $310 | $580 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $29,730 | $28,135 | $30,402 | $22,656 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,144 | 0 | -2,665 | -205 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,586 | $28,135 | $27,737 | $22,451 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $549 | $151 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Highlander | Forester |
| Trim | Base | Sport | Limited | 2.5 X |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear heater | $150 | $150 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Cassette player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,625 | $5,175 | $8,175 | $5,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,450 | $0 | $3,000 | $220 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,144 | 0 | -2,665 | -205 |
Specifications Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Highlander | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 184.6 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,935 lb. | 3,165 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.7 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.4 in | 33.7 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 32.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 39.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 30.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 50 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AWD w/ third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 5-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 | 1000 | Yes |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 275 | No |
| Rear heater | 150 | No |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 150 | No |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | 125 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Third-row 2-person bench | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 57% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 1205 | 69% |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Sport
| Preferred Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 80 | 44% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 50 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | No |
| Satellite radio prep | 0 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1875 | 53% |
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