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Subaru Outback vs. Toyota Highlander Price Comparison

Subaru Outback vs Toyota Highlander Price Comparison:
Subaru Outback vs Toyota Highlander Price Comparison:

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For the Subaru Outback vs. Toyota Highlander price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Outback vs. Highlander Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Outback and Highlander will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Subaru Outback 3.6R's price is $3,588 lower than the Toyota Highlander Limited's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Outback vs. Highlander 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 Outback 3.6R, the Toyota Highlander Limited includes additional features worth $2565. 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 $2565 adjustment for the Toyota Highlander Limited's additional features, the Subaru Outback 3.6R is $3,588 less than the Subaru Outback 3.6R.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Toyota Highlander

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 3.6R
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 3,588
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,529
Model Year20122012
ModelOutbackHighlander
Trim3.6RLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine256hp H6270hp V6
TransmissionT5T5
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG17/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers440, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/60-17245/55-19
Total Price35,46541,618
Adjustments for Features0-2,565
Feature-Adjusted Total Price35,46539,053
Total Invoice32,93937,798
Adjustments for Features0-2,330
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice32,93935,468

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Invoice Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Toyota Highlander

Price Comparison (MSRP): Subaru Outback vs. Toyota Highlander

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 Outback 3.6R
Difference: 6,153
Lowest Total Invoice: Subaru Outback 3.6R
Difference: 4,859
Model Year20122012
ModelOutbackHighlander
Trim3.6RLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price28,29535,745
Base Invoice26,46032,635
Limited Package3,400 
Navigation system1,5502,650
Sunroof1,445 
Towing Prep Package 220
Roof rack crossbars 229
Bodyside moldings 199
Floor mats 315
AWD 1,450
Limited Package 0
Navigation system 2,359
Sunroof 0
Towing Prep Package 195
Roof rack crossbars 150
Bodyside moldings 125
Floor mats 200
AWD 1,324
Total options6,3955,063
Total options5,7044,353
Destination775810
Total Price35,46541,618
Total Invoice32,93937,798

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Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20122012
ModelOutbackHighlander
Trim3.6RLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power liftgate $350
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Compact spare tire$75 
Full-size spare tire $225
Hill descent control $250
Knee airbag, driver $100
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Cargo tray$40 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Removable second-row console $200
Climate Control and Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$100 
iPod integration $150
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear HVAC unit $400
Surround sound$250 
USB port$150 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
Rear bumper protector $40
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$25 
Conversation mirror $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat $100
Stowable center seat, second row $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0 
Total Value of Features$4,390$6,955
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,565
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,330

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Toyota Highlander

Model Year20122012
ModelOutbackHighlander
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.9 in109.8 in
Length188.2 in188.4 in
Width71.7 in75.2 in
Height65.7 in68.1 in
Curb Weight3,597 lb.4,266 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.8 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in59.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in56.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.0 in43.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in40.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in59.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in38.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in42.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in29.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		34.3 ft310.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		34.342.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		71.3 ft395.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
3.6R

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
HD radio100No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
USB port150Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats300Yes
Wiper de-icer25Yes
225/60R17 tires400No
Total Requested290077%
Total Not Requested85023%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%

Option Package Details
Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested70056%
Total Not Requested55044%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
Hill descent control250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested250100%
Towing Prep Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125Yes
Additional engine cooling0No
Transmission cooler0No
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%

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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

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

Price of the Toyota Highlander: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 We were able to get a new Highlander for much less money than a Honda Pilot and still get all the features we desired (larger than a Rav4/CRV, >20 MPG city, leather, and full compliment of air bags/antilock/traction control)
2007 4dr SUV 155-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 I got it for a good price making it an easy decsision to purchase
Price of the Toyota Highlander: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Felt some options missing for $38K vehicle such as memory settings, more detailed tire monitoring
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 VW was offering a sizeable discount on the Routan, a similar Highlander was from 8 to 10K more
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 you pay for the reputation.
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 More expensive then Pathfinder for same year and higher milage vehicles.
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Because you had to purchase features you did not want, the vehicle was much more pricey than others with the same features. They charged a premium for basic features included with other makes of cars.
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Over priced because was new model at time I was looking. Configured with unwanted trim and features vs competition.
2006 4dr SUV 208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD		 I paid full MSRP.

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