Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen Beetle 2018 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2006

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Volkswagen 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.

Volkswagen Beetle vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,335

Volkswagen Beetle Coast   
Difference: $1,013

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,329

Volkswagen Beetle Coast   
Difference: $242

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018200620062006
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleForesterForesterForester
TrimCoastSEDune2.5 X2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $23,120 $24,020 $26,790 $21,795 $26,895 $27,895
Base Invoice $22,194 $23,058 $25,719 $20,452 $25,001 $26,005
Floor mats 235 235 235      
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 130 130 130 42 42  
Premium Package       2,350    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       183   183
Rear spoiler       353 353 353
Floor mats 185 185 185      
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 100 100 100 28 28  
Premium Package       2,117    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       119   119
Rear spoiler       230 230 230
Options (change) 365 365 365 2,928 395 536
Options (change) 285 285 285 2,494 258 349
Destination 850 850 850 625 625 625
Total Price $24,335 $25,235 $28,005 $25,348 $27,915 $29,056
Total Invoice $23,329 $24,193 $26,854 $23,571 $25,884 $26,979

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Volkswagen Beetle dealer quotes or Subaru Forester dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle Coast
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,218
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $439
Model Year201820182018200620062006
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleForesterForesterForester
TrimCoastSEDune2.5 X2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine174hp I4174hp I4174hp I4173hp H4173hp H4230hp H4
TransmissionT6T6T6M5A4M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 8400, 9120, 4120, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/55-17235/45-18215/60-16215/60-16215/60-16
Total Price$24,335$25,235$28,005$25,348$27,915$29,056
Adjustments for Features-205-780-9550-1,900-1,000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,130$24,455$27,050$25,348$26,015$28,056
Cost Above Minimum$0$325$2,920$0$667$2,708
Total Invoice$23,329$24,193$26,854$23,571$25,884$26,979
Adjustments for Features-197-748-9160-1,762-929
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,132$23,445$25,938$23,571$24,122$26,050
Cost Above Minimum$0$313$2,806$0$551$2,479

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year201820182018200620062006
ModelBeetleBeetleBeetleForesterForesterForester
TrimCoastSEDune2.5 X2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100   
5-speed manual   $0 $0
4-speed automatic    $800 
FWD$0$0$0   
AWD   $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows   $200$200$200
Proximity key$250$250$250   
Remote app $25    
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150$150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200$200    
Brake assist$50$50$50   
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear$100$100    
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100    
Obstacle detection, front  $150   
Obstacle detection, rear  $250   
Rearview camera$200$200$200   
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25   
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350   
Stability control$400$400$400   
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75$75   
Traction control$100$100$100   
Vehicle health reports $0    
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40$40   
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25$25
Roof rack   $300$300$300
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125    
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15   
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175   
Rear wiper   $175$175$175
Variable intermittent wipers   $75$75$75
Wiper de-icer   $25$25$25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300$300$300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding   $350$350$350
Hood scoop     $100
Larger rear spoiler  $200   
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200$200$200
Sunroof$900$900$900   
Sunroof, large   $1100$1100$1100
Wheel-lip moldings  $75   
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100   
App support$0$0$0   
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100   
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125$125   
Aux input$50$50$50   
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25   
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100   
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325$325
CD player$125$125$125   
HD radio$50$50$50   
Mirrorlink support$0$0$0   
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50   
Satellite radio$200$200$200   
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25   
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200    
Traffic + travel information $25    
Voice control for audio system$25$25$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125   
Automatic-off headlights   $25$25$25
Compass   $0$0$0
Cornering lights  $50   
Fog lights  $125$125$125$125
Trip computer$150$150$150   
Xenon HID headlights  $500   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50$50$50
Leather seating surfaces    $900$900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50   
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50   
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 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks    $200 
Raised heavy-duty suspension  $0   
Total Value of Features$6,080$6,655$6,830$5,875$7,775$6,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$205$780$955$0$1,900$1,000
Value of Feature Adjustments-197-748-9160-1,762-929

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20182006
ModelBeetleForester
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase100.0 in99.4 in
Length168.4 in176.6 in
Width71.2 in68.3 in
Height58.5 in65.0 in
Curb Weight3,013 lb.3,166 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.0 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom31.4 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
29.9 ft357.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Sunroof, large1100No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Unbranded, 120W, 4 speakers350No
Total Requested110032%
Total Not Requested232568%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.