8 5 3 3 5

Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Outback Price Comparison

Subaru Forester vs Subaru Outback Price Comparison:
Subaru Forester vs Subaru Outback Price Comparison:

TrueDelta features the Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and
features comparison between the Subaru Forester and Subaru Outback. Including:

Change specs units (US shown)
Show US unitsShow British unitsShow Canadian unitsShow metric units

 

More about the
Subaru Forester

More about the
Subaru Outback

Calculate Payments

 Down PaymentInterest RateTerm

Summary

For the Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Outback price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Forester vs. Outback Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Forester and Outback will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited's price is $1,948 lower than the Subaru Outback 3.6R's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Forester vs. Outback 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 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited, the Subaru Outback 3.6R includes additional features worth $930. 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, despite a $930 adjustment for the Subaru Outback 3.6R's additional features, the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited is $1,948 less than the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,948
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,876
Model Year20102010
ModelForesterOutback
Trim2.5 XT Limited3.6R
Body4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Engine224hp H4256hp H6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers140, 6440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17225/60-17
Total Price32,16035,038
Adjustments for Features0-930
Feature-Adjusted Total Price32,16034,108
Total Invoice29,70832,445
Adjustments for Features0-861
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice29,70831,584

Return to top

Invoice Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Outback

Price Comparison (MSRP): Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Outback

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: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
Difference: 2,878
Lowest Total Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
Difference: 2,737
Model Year20102010
ModelForesterOutback
Trim2.5 XT Limited3.6R
Body4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Base Price28,49527,995
Base Invoice26,70726,186
Navigation system1,8002,000
Bodyside moldings238 
Cargo cover166 
Cargo tray75 
Class II trailer hitch468353
iPod integration223 
Limited Package 3,000
Sunroof 995
Navigation system 1,668
Bodyside moldings 0
Cargo cover 0
Cargo tray 0
Class II trailer hitch 229
iPod integration 0
Limited Package 2,838
Sunroof 829
Total options2,9706,348
Total options2,3065,564
Destination695695
Total Price32,16035,038
Total Invoice29,70832,445

Return to top

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

 

Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20102010
ModelForesterOutback
Trim2.5 XT Limited3.6R
Body4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
AWD$1700$1700
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Roof rack $300
Roof rails$250 
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Dual-zone climate control $125
DVD-compatible player $0
iPod integration$150 
USB port $150
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bodyside moldings$75 
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
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Total Value of Features$4,570$5,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$930
Value of Feature Adjustments0-861

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20102010
ModelForesterOutback
Body4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Wheelbase103.0 in107.9 in
Length179.5 in188.2 in
Width70.1 in71.7 in
Height65.9 in65.7 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.3,544 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in43.0 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft334.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.3 ft371.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
3.6R

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Upgraded instruments0No
Door sill trim plates100No
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Wiper de-icer25Yes
225/60R17 tires400No
Total Requested210060%
Total Not Requested137540%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
USB port150Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested100075%
Total Not Requested32525%

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?


Request free, no-obligation Subaru Forester price quotes or Subaru Outback price quotes from dealers using our car quote form. You can also request quotes from our partner PriceQuotes.com in the sidebar and motivate dealers to compete for your business by offering the lowest possible price.


The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

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.

Return to top

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

Price of the Subaru Outback: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Compared to Many of the same type autos You get alot for the Money.Many competitors have the options but everything seems ala cart
2010 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Price new was $33K; about the same as every other car we considered, including the LR2, C300, XC70.
2006 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Got a great deal on a used 2006/
2005 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 6 year plan @ 2.9%
Price of the Subaru Outback: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 Very expensive.
2009 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD		 During Cash for Clunkers Subarus had limited incentives compared to other vehicles normally selling at a higher price point and with more content.
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 $33,000 starting price. For what amounts to a nice station wagon.
2007 4dr Wagon 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Very high resale values and popularity make the car very popular for resales. Unfortunately the vehicle has a higher sticker price. This is easily offset in the long run on reliability.
2005 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Damn, it was expensive (one year old and cost $24K, original price something like $32.5K) but you get what you pay for I think.
2003 4dr Wagon 212-horsepower 3.0L H6
4-speed automatic AWD		 High price for its class

Return to top

Brand
Model
Zip Code