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Volkswagen New Beetle 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.
Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $19,990 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5L | |||||
| Difference: $3,795 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $18,954 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5L | |||||
| Difference: $3,378 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | New Beetle | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 2.5L | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $17,915 | $21,195 | $26,695 | $26,995 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $17,040 | $20,015 | $24,930 | $25,297 | $26,116 |
| Satellite radio | 375 | 445 | 445 | 445 | 445 |
| Sunroof | 1,000 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,500 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 331 | 334 | 334 | 334 | 334 |
| Sunroof | 883 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,338 | ||||
| Options (change) | 1,375 | 1,945 | 445 | 445 | 445 |
| Options (change) | 1,214 | 1,672 | 334 | 334 | 334 |
| Destination | 700 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $19,990 | $23,785 | $27,785 | $28,085 | $28,985 |
| Total Invoice | $18,954 | $22,332 | $25,909 | $26,276 | $27,095 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5L | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $240 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $40 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | New Beetle | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 2.5L | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 150hp I5 | 173hp H4 | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | M5 | M5 | A4 | M5 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 120, 4 | 120, 7 | 155, 7 | 155, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 215/60-16 | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $19,990 | $23,785 | $27,785 | $28,085 | $28,985 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,555 | -5,545 | -3,380 | -4,680 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $19,990 | $20,230 | $22,240 | $24,705 | $24,305 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,010 | $4,475 | $4,075 |
| Total Invoice | $18,954 | $22,332 | $25,909 | $26,276 | $27,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,338 | -5,171 | -3,162 | -4,375 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $18,954 | $18,994 | $20,738 | $23,114 | $22,720 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,744 | $4,120 | $3,726 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | New Beetle | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 2.5L | 2.5 X | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | Sports 2.5 XT | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Stability control | $400 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Traction control | $100 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,365 | $5,920 | $7,910 | $5,745 | $7,045 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,555 | $5,545 | $3,380 | $4,680 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,338 | -5,171 | -3,162 | -4,375 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | New Beetle | Forester |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 161.1 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 59.0 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,885 lb. | 3,166 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.4 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.7 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.3 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.5 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Unbranded, 120W, 4 speakers | 350 | No |
| 4-wheel disc brakes | 150 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Satellite radio prep | 0 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 2525 | 72% |
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