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Ford Explorer 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,818 Subaru Outback 3.6R | |||
| Difference: $3,727 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,168 Subaru Outback 3.6R | |||
| Difference: $3,196 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3.6R |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $28,295 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $26,460 |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,550 |
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 115 | 115 | |
| Cargo cover | 90 | 90 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,325 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Limited Package | 3,400 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 353 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,445 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,294 |
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 97 | 97 | |
| Cargo cover | 77 | 77 | |
| AWD | 2,111 | 2,117 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Limited Package | 3,207 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 229 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,203 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,515 | 7,025 | 6,748 |
| Options (change) | 8,306 | 6,191 | 5,933 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 775 |
| Total Price | $39,545 | $40,205 | $35,818 |
| Total Invoice | $36,364 | $37,154 | $33,168 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 3.6R | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,627 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,104 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3.6R |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 256hp H6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 18/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 440, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/60-17 |
| Total Price | $39,545 | $40,205 | $35,818 |
| Adjustments for Features | -100 | -350 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,445 | $39,855 | $35,818 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $410 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $36,364 | $37,154 | $33,168 |
| Adjustments for Features | -92 | -323 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,272 | $36,831 | $33,168 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $559 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3.6R |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,115 | $5,365 | $5,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $100 | $350 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -92 | -323 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Outback |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 107.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 65.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 3,597 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 43.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 71.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 41% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 3.6R
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| 225/60R17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 30% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
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