Acura RL Acura RL 2009 Subaru Outback Subaru Outback 2008
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Acura RL vs. Subaru Outback Price Comparison (MSRP)

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.

Acura RL vs. Subaru Outback Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,142

Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $14,298

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,731

Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $11,964

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092008
ModelRLOutback
TrimBase2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $46,680 $30,995
Base Invoice $41,935 $28,795
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,200
Cargo net   42
Universal garage door opener   77
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,094
Cargo net   28
Universal garage door opener   50
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
Options (change) 0 1,502
Options (change) 0 1,291
Destination 760 645
Total Price $47,440 $33,142
Total Invoice $42,695 $30,731

Return to top

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

Dealer Price Quotes

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

Request free, no-obligation Acura RL dealer quotes or Subaru Outback dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

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

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,323
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,087
Model Year20092008
ModelRLOutback
TrimBase2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine300hp V6243hp H4
TransmissionT5T5
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)260, 10100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$47,440$33,142
Adjustments for Features-9750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$46,465$33,142
Total Invoice$42,695$30,731
Adjustments for Features-8770
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$41,818$30,731

Return to top

Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20092008
ModelRLOutback
TrimBase2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Sunshades, second row$125 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo tray $40
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Roof rack $300
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Hood scoop $100
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio$200 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Total Value of Features$7,565$6,590
Value of Feature Adjustments$975$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-8770

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Acura RL vs. Subaru Outback features.

Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20092008
ModelRLOutback
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase110.2 in105.1 in
Length195.8 in188.7 in
Width72.7 in69.7 in
Height57.2 in63.2 in
Curb Weight4,083 lb.3,605 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.4 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in51.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in52.6 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.166.2 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Acura RL vs. Subaru Outback specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited

5-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Acura models.