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Ford Escape vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Escape vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,260

Ford Escape XLT   
Difference: $12,507

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,982

Ford Escape XLT   
Difference: $12,139

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920092008
ModelEscapeEscapeImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimXLTHybrid LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,455 $31,975 $34,995
Base Invoice $21,789 $29,542 $33,010
Cargo Package 295    
Leather Comfort Group 745    
Remote start 345 345 432
Navigation system 2,695   1,800
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System   2,395  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     192
BBS Package     2,000
Satellite radio     453
Roof rack     250
Cargo Package 251    
Leather Comfort Group 633    
Remote start 293 293 324
Navigation system 2,291   1,670
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System   2,036  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     125
BBS Package     1,857
Satellite radio     340
Roof rack     150
Options (change) 4,080 2,740 5,127
Options (change) 3,468 2,329 4,466
Destination 725 725 645
Gas Tax 0 -3,000 0
Total Price $28,260 $32,440 $40,767
Total Invoice $25,982 $29,596 $38,121

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape XLT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,227
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,007
Model Year200920092008
ModelEscapeEscapeImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimXLTHybrid LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine171hp I4153hp I4 H305hp H4
TransmissionA6CVTM6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 7320, 7100, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16235/70-16245/40-18
Total Price$28,260$32,440$40,767
Adjustments for Features0-2,000-2,280
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,260$30,440$38,487
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,180$0
Total Invoice$25,982$29,596$38,121
Adjustments for Features0-1,825-2,132
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,982$27,771$35,989
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,789$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year200920092008
ModelEscapeEscapeImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimXLTHybrid LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000  
CVT $1000 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150
911 assist $25 
Obstacle detection, rear $250 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Vehicle health reports $0 
Cargo Management 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter  $0
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential  $275
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Hood scoop  $100
Rear bumper protector$40$40 
Rear spoiler  $200
Sunroof $900 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD player  $125
SMS text-to-speech reader $25 
Surround sound  $250
USB port $25 
Voice control for external devices $0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Heated mirrors $25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates  $100
Heated front seats $200 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,840$4,840$5,120
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,000$2,280
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,825-2,132

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year20092008
ModelEscapeImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.1 in103.1 in
Length174.7 in173.8 in
Width71.1 in68.5 in
Height67.7 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,255 lb.3,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.2 ft319.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.3 ft344.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Cargo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Roof rack crossbars50Yes
Cargo cover75Yes
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Total Requested12556%
Total Not Requested10044%
Leather Comfort Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Total Requested90086%
Total Not Requested15014%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid Limited

Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25No
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested60057%
Total Not Requested45043%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport WRX STI

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Unbranded, 100W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested70067%
Total Not Requested35033%
BBS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%

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