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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: $29,826 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| Difference: $1,604 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SEL | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,245 | $26,995 | $28,395 | $29,995 |
| Cargo net | 100 | 48 | 48 | 48 |
| All-weather floor mats | 235 | 69 | 69 | 69 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | 185 | |
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | 166 | |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | 368 | ||
| Cargo net | 80 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 39 | 39 | 39 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | 120 | |
| Navigation system | 1,066 | 888 | 888 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | 108 | |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | 276 | ||
| Options (change) | 335 | 2,036 | 1,836 | 1,468 |
| Options (change) | 265 | 1,640 | 1,462 | 1,186 |
| Destination | 850 | 795 | 795 | 795 |
| Total Price | $31,430 | $29,826 | $31,026 | $32,258 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $134 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,678 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SEL | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 80, 6 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $31,430 | $29,826 | $31,026 | $32,258 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,470 | 0 | -700 | -875 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,960 | $29,826 | $30,326 | $31,383 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $500 | $1,557 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | SEL | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |||
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | |||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,180 | $4,710 | $5,410 | $5,585 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,470 | $0 | $700 | $875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -52 | 0 | -651 | -816 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2018 | 2013 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 179.8 in | 169.5 in |
| Width | 70.8 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,054 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
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited
| 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| 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% |
| 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
| 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% |
| 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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