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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: $38,952 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| Difference: $13,953 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,846 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| Difference: $14,694 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | 3.6R Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $45,950 | $53,940 | $33,395 |
| Base Invoice | $43,883 | $51,512 | $31,227 |
| Package 401A | 3,875 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | 140 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 120 | 72 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | ||
| Eyesight Driver Assist System | 795 | ||
| Moonroof Package, keyless access, and navigation | 2,295 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 550 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 95 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | 450 | ||
| Remote start | 450 | ||
| Package 401A | 3,681 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 133 | 133 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 114 | 114 | 46 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | ||
| Eyesight Driver Assist System | 663 | ||
| Moonroof Package, keyless access, and navigation | 1,913 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 412 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 61 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | 337 | ||
| Remote start | 337 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,960 | 390 | 4,707 |
| Options (change) | 5,662 | 371 | 3,769 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 850 |
| Total Price | $52,905 | $55,325 | $38,952 |
| Total Invoice | $50,540 | $52,878 | $35,846 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,563 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,523 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | 3.6R Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 256hp H6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | CVT-6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 20/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 12 | 500, 12 | 576, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $52,905 | $55,325 | $38,952 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,335 | -6,810 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,570 | $48,515 | $38,952 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $55 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $50,540 | $52,878 | $35,846 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,141 | -6,509 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,399 | $46,369 | $35,846 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $30 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Outback |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | 3.6R Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | ||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane sway warning | $25 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Seat cushion airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Seat cushion airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $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 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,110 | $14,585 | $7,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,335 | $6,810 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,141 | -6,509 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Outback |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 108.1 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 189.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 66.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 3,810 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 | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 38.1 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 | 35.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 73.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 200 | No |
| Sony, 500W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1640 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited
| Class II trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Eyesight Driver Assist System | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 30% |
| Moonroof Package, keyless access, and navigation | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| PIN Code Access | 10 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 10 | 0% |
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