Vehicle price comparison

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Subaru Forester Quarter Panel prices

How do used quarter panel prices compare? Subaru Forester has the lower median by $29 (6%). Both figures are part-only asking-price summaries; confirm VIN fitment, condition, warranty, and shipping before buying.
SKWritten bySaurabh Kumar · Co-Founder & CTO
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Price face-off

Hyundai Santa Fe$555$200 – $1,3954,016 listings
VS$29difference
Subaru Forester$526$250 – $1,0272,545 listingsLower price

Median price comparison

Hyundai Santa Fe$555
Subaru Forester$526
Hyundai Santa FeMetricSubaru Forester
$200Low$250
$555Median$526
$1,395High$1,027
4,016Listings2,545

Market analysis

Why does the Hyundai Santa Fe quarter panel cost more?

A used Hyundai Santa Fe quarter panel carries a median asking price of $555, which is 6% higher than the Subaru Forester at $526. Supply also plays a role: Hyundai Santa Fe has 4,016 priced listings versus 2,545 for Subaru Forester, and more listings generally mean more choices and more competitive pricing.

The Subaru Forester has 18 known trim variants compared to 6 for the Hyundai Santa Fe, which means buyers need to be more careful about matching the exact engine or drivetrain configuration on the Subaru Forester.

Buyer's checklist

What to check before buying a used quarter panel

  • Verify exact body cut points with the auto recycler to ensure sufficient sectioning overlap along the roof pillar, rocker panel, and trunk lip seams.
  • Inspect for prior collision repairs, body filler (bondo), panel pull marks, or hidden rust in lower wheel arches and trunk pocket drop-offs.
  • Confirm fitment across vehicle body styles (e.g., coupe vs sedan, short bed vs long bed, or wide-body trim packages).
  • Check fuel filler door opening shape and tail lamp mounting pocket stampings for subtle year-to-year sheet metal revisions.

Common questions

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Subaru Forester quarter panel FAQ

Is a used Hyundai Santa Fe quarter panel cheaper than a Subaru Forester?

Subaru Forester has the lower median by $29 (6%). The Subaru Forester quarter panel ranges from $250 to $1,027 across 2,545 listings, while the Hyundai Santa Fe ranges from $200 to $1,395 across 4,016 listings.

Can I use a Hyundai Santa Fe quarter panel in a Subaru Forester?

This comparison describes pricing, not interchangeability. Even when two parts share similar prices, they may require different engines, trims, electronics, or mounting points. Always match the seller's part number against your VIN before purchasing.

How many listings does this comparison cover?

This comparison draws from 4,016 priced Hyundai Santa Fe listings and 2,545 priced Subaru Forester listings — 6,561 in total.

Are there different trim variants to choose from?

Yes. The Hyundai Santa Fe quarter panel has 6 trim variants and the Subaru Forester has 18. Variants differ by engine size, drivetrain, or part number — matching the right variant is critical for proper fitment.

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