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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: $33,514 Subaru Outback 3.6R | |||
| Difference: $5,031 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,234 Subaru Outback 3.6R | |||
| Difference: $4,523 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 3.6R |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $28,495 |
| Base Invoice | $30,027 | $35,268 | $26,643 |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | 570 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 120 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Limited Package | 3,600 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 85 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 186 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 353 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | 484 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 106 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Limited Package | 3,391 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 55 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 121 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 229 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,625 | 2,825 | 4,224 |
| Options (change) | 4,905 | 2,525 | 3,796 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 795 |
| Total Price | $38,545 | $41,505 | $33,514 |
| Total Invoice | $35,757 | $38,618 | $31,234 |
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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: $2,466 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,144 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 3.6R |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 256hp H6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 18/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | 440, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 225/60-17 |
| Total Price | $38,545 | $41,505 | $33,514 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,565 | -4,130 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,980 | $37,375 | $33,514 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,757 | $38,618 | $31,234 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,379 | -3,843 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,378 | $34,775 | $31,234 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,397 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 3.6R |
| 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 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| 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 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger 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 | |||
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,705 | $8,270 | $4,140 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,565 | $4,130 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,379 | -3,843 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Outback |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 107.9 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 189.0 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 65.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 3,613 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 37.8 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 | 34.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 71.3 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 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 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| 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 3.6R
| 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% |
| 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 |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | 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 |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| 225/60R17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2550 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 26% |
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