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Subaru Forester vs. Mitsubishi Outlander Price Comparison

Subaru Forester vs Mitsubishi Outlander Price Comparison:
Subaru Forester vs Mitsubishi Outlander Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Subaru Forester vs. Mitsubishi Outlander price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Forester vs. Outlander Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Forester and Outlander will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mitsubishi Outlander GT's price is $314 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. Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander GT, 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 $2620 adjustment for the Mitsubishi Outlander GT's additional features, the Mitsubishi Outlander GT is $314 less than the Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mitsubishi Outlander

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mitsubishi Outlander GT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 314
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 566
Model Year20102012
ModelForesterOutlander
Trim2.5 XT LimitedGT
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine224hp H4230hp V6
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/24 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers140, 6710, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17225/55-18
Total Price32,91435,220
Adjustments for Features0-2,620
Feature-Adjusted Total Price32,91432,600
Total Invoice30,24133,283
Adjustments for Features0-2,476
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,24130,807

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Invoice Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mitsubishi Outlander

Price Comparison (MSRP): Subaru Forester vs. Mitsubishi Outlander

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: 2,306
Lowest Total Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
Difference: 3,042
Model Year20102012
ModelForesterOutlander
Trim2.5 XT LimitedGT
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price28,49525,895
Base Invoice26,70724,802
Navigation system1,8002,295
All-weather floor mats69125
Bodyside moldings238 
Cargo cover166 
Class II trailer hitch468395
iPod integration223 
Cargo net46 
Rear bumper protector78 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror183 
Satellite radio453 
FUSE Hands-Free Link System 395
Protection Package 405
S-AWC 2,000
Touring Package 2,900
Navigation system 2,050
All-weather floor mats 95
Bodyside moldings 0
Cargo cover 0
Class II trailer hitch 335
iPod integration 0
Cargo net 0
Rear bumper protector 0
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 0
Satellite radio 0
FUSE Hands-Free Link System 350
Protection Package 345
S-AWC 1,915
Touring Package 2,581
Total options3,7248,515
Total options2,8397,671
Destination695810
Total Price32,91435,220
Total Invoice30,24133,283

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Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mitsubishi Outlander

Model Year20102012
ModelForesterOutlander
Trim2.5 XT LimitedGT
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails$250 
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
DVD-compatible player $0
Media drive, large $100
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Surround sound$250 
Traffic information $50
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Voice control for external devices $50
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof $900
Sunroof, large$1200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass$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 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Powertrain 
Active front differential $500
Lockable center differential $150
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Foldaway tray table, second row$75 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Total Value of Features$5,170$7,790
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,620
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,476

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Mitsubishi Outlander

Model Year20102012
ModelForesterOutlander
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in105.1 in
Length179.5 in182.7 in
Width70.1 in70.9 in
Height65.9 in66.1 in
Curb Weight3,440 lb.3,847 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.16.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.6 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in38.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.6 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in36.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in35.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in49.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in39.1 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in27.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		33.5 ft314.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		33.536.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.3 ft372.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
GT

Class II trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class II trailer hitch200Yes
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125No
Total Requested20062%
Total Not Requested12538%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic information50No
Media hard drive100No
Total Requested60080%
Total Not Requested15020%
FUSE Hands-Free Link System
FeatureValueRequested?
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration150Yes
Voice control for external devices50No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested25077%
Total Not Requested7523%
Protection Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo cover75Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Cargo mat40No
Mud guards75No
Bodyside moldings75Yes
Rear bumper protector40Yes
Total Requested23067%
Total Not Requested11533%
S-AWC
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Lockable center differential150No
Hill start assist75No
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Active front differential500No
Total Requested253%
Total Not Requested92597%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested235081%
Total Not Requested55019%

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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 Mitsubishi Outlander

Price of the Mitsubishi Outlander: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 One of the best values. Affordable price for the features available
2010 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Great value for what you get.
2009 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD		 In Canada, the pricing is considerably ($2-3K) lower than that of the Outlander`s primary rivals. Lots of standard features thrown in.
2007 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Incredible package for the money. Great performance, handling, room, comfort.
2007 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Good price for what you get

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