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2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X4dr All-wheel Drive |
2013 Ford Escape S4dr Front-wheel Drive |
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i4dr All-wheel Drive |
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  *Does not include customer cash-back incentives or options |
$20,386* | $22,916* | $22,160* |
| MSRP | $21,295 | $22,470 | $21,995 |
| Destination Charge | $795 | $895 | $825 |
| Invoice Price | $20,166 | $21,178 | $20,811 |
| Total List Price | $22,090 | $23,365 | $22,820 |
| Available Engines | 170-hp, 2.5-liter H-4 (regular gas) | 168-hp, 2.5-liter I-4 (regular gas) | 170-hp, 2.5-liter H-4 (regular gas) |
| Available Transmissions | 4-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual 5-speed manual w/OD | 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual | 6-speed CVT w/OD and auto-manual 6-speed manual w/OD |
| Fuel Economy City | 21 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Fuel Economy Highway | 27 mpg | 31 mpg | 29 mpg |
| NHTSA Crash Test Data | |||
| Other, Overall Rollover Rating | Overall Rollover Rating | Overall Rollover Rating | - |
| Side - Pole, Side - Pole | Side - Pole | Side - Pole | - |
| Side, Rear Seat |  |
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| Side - Barrier, Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | |
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| Side - Barrier, Side Barrier Rating Driver | |
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| Overall, Overall | Overall | Overall | - |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined, Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | - |
| Front, Overall Front | Overall Front | Overall Front | - |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined, Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | - |
| Front, Driver's | |
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| Side, Front Seat | |
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| Side - Barrier, Side - Barrier | Side - Barrier | Side - Barrier | - |
| Front, Passenger's | |
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| Side, Overall Side | Overall Side | Overall Side | - |
| IIHS Crash Test Data | |||
| Side, Driver Torso | Driver Torso | Driver Torso | Driver Torso |
| Side, Driver Pelvis/Leg | Driver Pelvis/Leg | Driver Pelvis/Leg | Driver Pelvis/Leg |
| Rear, Dynamic Rating | Good | Good | Good |
| Side, Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Right Leg/Foot | Right Leg/Foot | Right Leg/Foot | Right Leg/Foot |
| Side, Driver Head and Neck | Driver Head and Neck | Driver Head and Neck | Driver Head and Neck |
| Side, Rear Passenger Head Protection | Rear Passenger Head Protection | Rear Passenger Head Protection | Rear Passenger Head Protection |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Restraints | Restraints | Restraints | Restraints |
| Side, Rear Passenger Head and Neck | Rear Passenger Head and Neck | Rear Passenger Head and Neck | Rear Passenger Head and Neck |
| Side, Rear Passenger Torso | Rear Passenger Torso | Rear Passenger Torso | Rear Passenger Torso |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage |
| Rear, Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | Good | Good | Good |
| Side, Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Chest | Chest | Chest | Chest |
| Rear, Overall Rear | Good | Good | Good |
| Other, Roof Strength | Roof Strength | Roof Strength | Roof Strength |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Left Leg/Foot | Left Leg/Foot | Left Leg/Foot | Left Leg/Foot |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Overall Front | Overall Front | Overall Front | Overall Front |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Head/Neck | Head/Neck | Head/Neck | Head/Neck |
| Side, Overall Side | Overall Side | Overall Side | Overall Side |
| Side, Driver Head Protection | Driver Head Protection | Driver Head Protection | Driver Head Protection |
| Overview | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Drive-Type Overview
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all wheel drive | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
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Audio Overview
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AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 4, integrated roof antenna, radio steering wheel controls | AM/FM stereo, clock, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 6, integrated roof antenna, radio steering wheel controls | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 4, integrated roof antenna, radio steering wheel controls |
| Interior | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Auxiliary visors
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N/A | N/A | dual |
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Clock
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in-dash | in-radio display | in-dash |
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Cup holders
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front and rear | front and rear | front |
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Gear shift knob trim
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urethane | metal-look | urethane |
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Floor mats
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carpeted front & rear | carpet front | carpeted front & rear |
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Instrumentation
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analog | analog | digital/analog |
| Driver information center | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Water temp gauge | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Service interval warning | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Exterior temperature display | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - glovebox | N/A | Standard | N/A |
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Fuel door release
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mechanical | N/A | mechanical |
| Retained accessory power | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Seats | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Front passenger seat direction controls
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6-way | 4-way | 4-way |
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Front head restraints
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adjustable | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt |
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Rear seats
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60-40 bench | 60-40 split-bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear armrest | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Entertainment | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Radio
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AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan |
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Speakers
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4 | 6 | 4 |
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1st row LCD screen
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N/A | 1 | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Available | Standard |
| Safety and Security | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Airbags, knee protection
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N/A | driver | driver |
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Exterior light control
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auto off | N/A | auto off |
| Daytime running lights | Standard | Available | Standard |
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Door curb lights
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2 | N/A | 2 |
| Content theft-deterrent alarm system | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Warranty | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Warranty - Roadside Assistance (mths/miles)
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36/36,000 | 60/60,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Exterior | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Body material
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fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | galvanized steel/aluminum |
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Grille trim
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with chrome bar | black | with chrome bar |
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Spoiler
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Available: lip |
lip | N/A |
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Tires
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P215/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P235/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/60HR17.0 BSW AS |
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Wheels
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16" steel | 17" steel | 17" steel |
| Mechanical | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Engine
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2.5L H-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L H-4 |
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Drive type
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all wheel | front-wheel | all wheel |
| Speed sensitive steering | N/A | Standard | N/A |
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Rear suspension type
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double wishbone | short and long arm | double wishbone |
| Tiptronic automatic | Available | Standard | Available |
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Transmission
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5-spd man w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD |
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Axle ratio
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4.11 | 3.51 | 4.44 |
| Locking/limited slip differential | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Specifications | 2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X | 2013 Ford Escape S | 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i |
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Exterior length
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179.5 " | 178.1 " | 180.9 " |
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Exterior body width
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70.1 " | 72.4 " | 70.7 " |
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Exterior height
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65.9 " | 66.3 " | 66.4 " |
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Engine
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2.5L H-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L H-4 |
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Horsepower
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170 @ 5,800 rpm | 168 @ 6,000 rpm | 170 @ 5,800 rpm |
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Torque
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174 @ 4,100 rpm | 170 @ 4,500 rpm | 174 @ 4,100 rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 compliant | Standard | N/A | Standard |
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Fuel economy - city
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21 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
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Fuel economy - highway
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27 mpg | 31 mpg | 29 mpg |
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Bore-and-Stroke
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3.70 / 3.54 " | 3.50 / 3.94 " | 3.70 / 3.54 " |
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Curb weight
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3,250 lbs. | 3,515 lbs. | 3,296 lbs. |
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Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
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4,480 lbs. | 4,620 lbs. | 4,480 lbs. |
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Payload
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900 lbs. | N/A | 900 lbs. |
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Maximum Trailer Weight
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2,400 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. |
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Wheelbase
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103.0 " | 105.9 " | 103.9 " |
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Front track
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60.2 " | 61.5 " | 60.9 " |
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Rear track
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60.2 " | 61.6 " | 61.1 " |
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Turning radius
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17.2 ' | 19.4 ' | 17.4 ' |
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Drag coefficient
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.38 | N/A | .33 |
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Front legroom
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43.1 " | 43.1 " | 43.0 " |
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Rear legroom
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38.0 " | 36.8 " | 38.0 " |
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Front headroom
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41.6 " | 39.9 " | 41.4 " |
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Rear headroom
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40.4 " | 39.0 " | 39.8 " |
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Front hiproom
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52.9 " | 54.8 " | 53.9 " |
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Rear hiproom
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52.7 " | 52.4 " | 53.0 " |
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Front shoulder room
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56.1 " | 56.0 " | 57.0 " |
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Rear shoulder room
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55.6 " | 55.3 " | 56.5 " |
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Luggage volume
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33.5 cu.ft. | 34.3 cu.ft. | 34.4 cu.ft. |
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Luggage volume (max)
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68.3 cu.ft. | 67.8 cu.ft. | 74.7 cu.ft. |
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Passenger volume
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108 cu.ft. | 98 cu.ft. | 113 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
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