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Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4 Price Comparison

Subaru Forester vs Toyota RAV4 Price Comparison:
Subaru Forester vs Toyota RAV4 Price Comparison:

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For the Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4 price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Forester vs. RAV4 Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Forester and RAV4 will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Toyota RAV4 Limited's price is $2,026 lower than the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Forester vs. RAV4 Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Toyota RAV4 Limited, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $820 adjustment for the Toyota RAV4 Limited's additional features, the Toyota RAV4 Limited is $2,026 less than the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota RAV4 Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,026
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,655
Model Year20092012
ModelForesterRAV4
Trim2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine224hp H4269hp V6
TransmissionT4A5
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers140, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17225/65-17
Total Price32,75831,552
Adjustments for Features0-820
Feature-Adjusted Total Price32,75830,732
Total Invoice30,23129,338
Adjustments for Features0-762
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,23128,576

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Invoice Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4

Price Comparison (MSRP): Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4

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.

Lowest Total Price: Toyota RAV4 Limited
Difference: 1,206
Lowest Total Invoice: Toyota RAV4 Limited
Difference: 893
Model Year20092012
ModelForesterRAV4
Trim2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price28,19525,330
Base Invoice26,40923,684
Rear bumper protector78 
iPod integration223 
Cargo net46 
Cargo cover166 
Bodyside moldings238199
Remote start432529
Wheel-lip moldings432 
Navigation system1,800 
Satellite radio453 
Premium Plus Value Package 1,175
3.5L V6 1,920
Floor mats 199
AWD 1,390
Rear bumper protector 0
iPod integration 0
Cargo net 0
Cargo cover 0
Bodyside moldings 125
Remote start 380
Wheel-lip moldings 0
Navigation system 0
Satellite radio 0
Premium Plus Value Package 1,119
3.5L V6 1,794
Floor mats 126
AWD 1,300
Total options3,8685,412
Total options3,1274,844
Destination695810
Total Price32,75831,552
Total Invoice30,23129,338

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

 

Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4

Model Year20092012
ModelForesterRAV4
Trim2.5 XT LimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed automatic $900
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Compact spare tire$75 
Front seat active head restraints$50 
Full-size spare tire $225
Hill descent control $250
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Roof rack $300
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
App support $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
HD radio $100
SMS text-to-speech reader $50
Surround sound$250 
Traffic + travel information $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
External spare tire shell $100
Externally-mounted spare $0
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Powertrain 
Lockable center differential $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Metal pedals$75 
Total Value of Features$5,095$5,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$820
Value of Feature Adjustments0-762

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Toyota RAV4

Model Year20092012
ModelForesterRAV4
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in104.7 in
Length179.5 in181.1 in
Width70.1 in71.5 in
Height65.9 in66.3 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.3,680 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in38.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.2 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.6 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in43.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in30.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft312.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		33.537.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.3 ft373.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Limited

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
Lockable center differential150No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested150100%
Premium Plus Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
AC power outlet100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested255096%
Total Not Requested1004%
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
FeatureValueRequested?
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700		1000Yes
5-speed automatic0Yes
Hill start assist75No
Hill descent control250No
Total Requested100075%
Total Not Requested32525%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Subaru Forester

Price of the Subaru Forester: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 I find the overall value exceptional compared to other makes given all that is offered with the vehicle.
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 Price very good for AWD.
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 We bought a well equipped Forester X premium for 21,500, plus got discount financing from Subaru
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD		 Incentive financing and rebates
2002 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD		 Got it used with only 40000 miles on it for a song at a local dealer. Nice, clean vehicle.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Toyota RAV4

Price of the Toyota RAV4: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 good lease rates due to high resale value
Price of the Toyota RAV4: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 Price was high, dealer did not offer much of a discount or was willing to work with me on my trade-in
2011 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 A base RAV4 is quite inexpensive. Fully optioned, the price can balloon by a third.
2008 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 V6 more. Not a fair comparison.
2008 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 No incentives
2007 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 A bit more than the crv, didnt want to wait 3 monthes for a custom built one from toyo corp since brother works there.
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 Too pricey compared to a Honda.
2007 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		 Almost $5000 more than a comparably equipped Santa Fe. Depreciation will be better, but I tend to keep cars long term so upfront pricing matters to me.
2006 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Little more expensive than some competitors and no great financing rates either. I guess since the car is popular they know people will pay the extra.
2006 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 I have always thought that cars are way more expensive than they need to be. Toyota tends to be more expensive that most.
2006 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 The RAV4 was a bit more expensive than comparable cars.
2006 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 Significantly higher price than comparable vehicles.
2006 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 The vehicle is somewhat expensive, but the value is high because it offers alot for that money.

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