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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: $36,216 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $4,794 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,449 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $4,404 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $31,595 |
| Base Invoice | $30,027 | $35,268 | $29,367 |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | 570 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 120 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 55 |
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 | 2,000 |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 77 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 369 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,200 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | 484 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 106 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 33 |
| Navigation system | 676 | 676 | 1,823 |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Cargo net | 28 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 50 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 240 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,094 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,090 | 5,290 | 3,926 |
| Options (change) | 7,001 | 4,621 | 3,387 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 695 |
| Total Price | $41,010 | $43,970 | $36,216 |
| Total Invoice | $37,853 | $40,714 | $33,449 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,054 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,875 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 243hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 18/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | 440, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $41,010 | $43,970 | $36,216 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,740 | -4,305 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,270 | $39,665 | $36,216 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $37,853 | $40,714 | $33,449 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,529 | -3,986 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,324 | $36,728 | $33,449 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,404 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,280 | $10,845 | $6,540 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,740 | $4,305 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,529 | -3,986 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Outback |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 105.1 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 188.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 63.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 3,605 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 51.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 44.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 52.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 33.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 38% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 100% |
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