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Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,150 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $7,045 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,744 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| Difference: $6,595 | ||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Passat | Forester |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $31,370 | $28,195 |
| Base Invoice | $29,095 | $26,409 |
| Luxury #1 Package | 3,250 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 69 |
| iPod integration | 0 | 223 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 |
| AWD | 1,950 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Cargo net | 46 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 238 | |
| Satellite radio | 453 | |
| Luxury #1 Package | 2,970 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 145 | 39 |
| iPod integration | 0 | 145 |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | 1,650 |
| AWD | 1,900 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Cargo net | 30 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 155 | |
| Satellite radio | 340 | |
| Options (change) | 7,185 | 3,260 |
| Options (change) | 6,604 | 2,640 |
| Destination | 640 | 695 |
| Total Price | $39,195 | $32,150 |
| Total Invoice | $36,339 | $29,744 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,910 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,543 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Passat | Forester |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/27 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $39,195 | $32,150 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,135 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,060 | $32,150 |
| Total Invoice | $36,339 | $29,744 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,052 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,287 | $29,744 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Passat | Forester |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,180 | $5,045 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,135 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,052 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 |
| Model | Passat | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 188.0 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,997 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.8 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.7 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
| Luxury #1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2240 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1465 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT 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 |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 38% |
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