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Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 Golf / GTI vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,321 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| Difference: $1,174 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,211 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| Difference: $1,901 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,345 | $30,345 | $27,895 | $29,895 |
| Base Invoice | $28,171 | $29,131 | $26,094 | $27,992 |
| Lighting Package | 995 | 995 | ||
| Cargo net | 100 | 100 | 48 | 48 |
| All-weather floor mats | 235 | 235 | 69 | 69 |
| Navigation system | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 368 | |||
| Lighting Package | 856 | 856 | ||
| Cargo net | 80 | 80 | 31 | 31 |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 185 | 39 | 39 |
| Navigation system | 888 | 888 | ||
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 276 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,330 | 1,330 | 1,651 | 1,283 |
| Options (change) | 1,121 | 1,121 | 1,342 | 1,066 |
| Destination | 820 | 820 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $31,495 | $32,495 | $30,321 | $31,953 |
| Total Invoice | $30,112 | $31,072 | $28,211 | $29,833 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,279 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,902 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $31,495 | $32,495 | $30,321 | $31,953 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,050 | 0 | -2,155 | -2,330 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,445 | $32,495 | $28,166 | $29,623 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,050 | $0 | $1,457 |
| Total Invoice | $30,112 | $31,072 | $28,211 | $29,833 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,004 | 0 | -2,005 | -2,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,108 | $31,072 | $26,206 | $27,658 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,964 | $0 | $1,452 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,405 | $3,355 | $5,510 | $5,685 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,050 | $0 | $2,155 | $2,330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,004 | 0 | -2,005 | -2,175 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 179.6 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 70.8 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,064 lb. | 3,251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.4 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.5 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI TDI SEL
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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