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Volvo S40 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.
Volvo S40 vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,188 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $6,269 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,992 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| Difference: $5,682 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | S40 | Forester |
| Trim | T5 | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,940 | $29,895 |
| Base Invoice | $25,359 | $27,992 |
| Convenience Package | 305 | |
| Premium Package | 2,195 | |
| Climate Package | 412 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Stability control | 695 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 700 | |
| Navigation system | 2,120 | 1,000 |
| Audio Package | 895 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,250 | |
| AWD | 1,775 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | |
| Convenience Package | 262 | |
| Premium Package | 1,887 | |
| Climate Package | 354 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 408 | |
| Stability control | 597 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 602 | |
| Navigation system | 1,823 | 888 |
| Audio Package | 769 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,250 | |
| AWD | 1,668 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | |
| Options (change) | 10,822 | 1,518 |
| Options (change) | 9,620 | 1,225 |
| Destination | 695 | 775 |
| Total Price | $38,457 | $32,188 |
| Total Invoice | $35,674 | $29,992 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,889 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,260 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | S40 | Forester |
| Trim | T5 | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 218hp I5 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T5 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/28 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 305, 12 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $38,457 | $32,188 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -620 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,457 | $31,568 |
| Total Invoice | $35,674 | $29,992 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -578 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,674 | $29,414 |
Features Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | S40 | Forester |
| Trim | T5 | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| 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 release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,665 | $6,285 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $620 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -578 |
Specifications Comparison: Volvo S40 vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | S40 | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 175.9 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,447 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.1 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.4 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volvo S40 T5
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Cargo organizer | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 29% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 27% |
| Climate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Audio Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 305W, 12 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 100% |
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 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 35% |
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