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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: $36,137 Subaru Outback 3.6R | |||
| Difference: $12,773 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,407 Subaru Outback 3.6R | |||
| Difference: $13,338 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | 3.6R |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $45,950 | $53,940 | $28,295 |
| Base Invoice | $43,883 | $51,512 | $26,460 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | 140 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | ||
| Limited Package | 3,400 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,550 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 353 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,445 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 319 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 133 | 133 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | ||
| Limited Package | 3,207 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,294 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 229 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,203 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 239 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,965 | 270 | 7,067 |
| Options (change) | 1,867 | 257 | 6,172 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 775 |
| Total Price | $48,910 | $55,205 | $36,137 |
| Total Invoice | $46,745 | $52,764 | $33,407 |
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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: $6,678 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,513 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | 3.6R |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 256hp H6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 18/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | 440, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/60-17 |
| Total Price | $48,910 | $55,205 | $36,137 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,095 | -11,810 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,815 | $43,395 | $36,137 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $580 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $46,745 | $52,764 | $33,407 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,825 | -11,288 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,920 | $41,476 | $33,407 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $556 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | 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 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| 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 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| 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 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,760 | $17,475 | $5,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,095 | $11,810 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,825 | -11,288 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Outback |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 107.9 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 65.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 3,597 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 71.3 ft3 |
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 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 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 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| 225/60R17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 22% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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