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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: $37,378 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited | |||||||
| Difference: $16,022 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Outback | Outback | Outback | Outback |
| Trim | Limited | ST | Platinum | 2.5i Limited | 3.6R Limited | 2.5i Touring | 3.6R Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $48,380 | $54,740 | $58,250 | $32,695 | $35,395 | $36,490 | $38,690 |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class II | 395 | ||||||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | ||||||
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | 140 | 140 | ||||
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 120 | 120 | 101 | 101 | 101 | 101 |
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | 130 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | 1,695 | |||||
| Package 401A | 3,875 | ||||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 547 | 547 | 547 | 547 | |||
| EyeSight and Navigation Package | 2,085 | 1,585 | |||||
| Rear bumper protector | 107 | 107 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | 458 | 458 | 458 | 458 | |||
| Remote start | 470 | 470 | 470 | 470 | |||
| Trailer Tow Package - Class II | 375 | ||||||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | ||||||
| Roof rack crossbars | 133 | 133 | 133 | ||||
| All-weather floor mats | 114 | 114 | 114 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | 124 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | 1,610 | |||||
| Package 401A | 3,681 | ||||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 | |||
| EyeSight and Navigation Package | 1,738 | 1,323 | |||||
| Rear bumper protector | 69 | 69 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | 343 | 343 | 343 | 343 | |||
| Remote start | 352 | 352 | 352 | 352 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,775 | 5,960 | 390 | 3,768 | 3,268 | 1,576 | 1,576 |
| Options (change) | 3,586 | 5,662 | 371 | 2,977 | 2,562 | 1,170 | 1,170 |
| Destination | 1,245 | 1,245 | 1,245 | 915 | 915 | 915 | 915 |
| Total Price | $53,400 | $61,945 | $59,885 | $37,378 | $39,578 | $38,981 | $41,181 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited | |||||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,077 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,063 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Outback | Outback | Outback | Outback |
| Trim | Limited | ST | Platinum | 2.5i Limited | 3.6R Limited | 2.5i Touring | 3.6R Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 300hp I4 | 400hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 175hp H4 | 256hp H6 | 175hp H4 | 256hp H6 |
| Transmission | T10 | T10 | T10 | CVT-6 | CVT-6 | CVT-6 | CVT-6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | 500, 12 | 576, 12 | 576, 12 | 576, 12 | 576, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/55-20 | 255/55-20 | 255/55-20 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $53,400 | $61,945 | $59,885 | $37,378 | $39,578 | $38,981 | $41,181 |
| Adjustments for Features | -945 | -3,585 | -6,060 | 0 | 0 | -50 | -50 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,455 | $58,360 | $53,825 | $37,378 | $39,578 | $38,931 | $41,131 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,905 | $1,370 | $0 | $2,200 | $1,553 | $3,753 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Outback | Outback | Outback | Outback |
| Trim | Limited | ST | Platinum | 2.5i Limited | 3.6R Limited | 2.5i Touring | 3.6R Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 10-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1500 | $1500 | $1500 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | ||||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | ||||
| Seat cushion airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Seat cushion airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $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 | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,470 | $12,110 | $14,585 | $8,525 | $8,525 | $8,575 | $8,575 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $945 | $3,585 | $6,060 | $0 | $0 | $50 | $50 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -85 | -400 | -164 | 0 | 0 | -46 | -46 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Subaru Outback
| Model Year | 2020 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Outback |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 108.1 in |
| Length | 198.8 in | 189.9 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Height | 69.9 in | 66.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,346 lb. | 3,623 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.8 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 59.2 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.3 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.9 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 59.1 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 32.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.9 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.8 ft3 | 73.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Trailer Tow Package - Class II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | 1550 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 10% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer ST
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 2200 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1440 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5i 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 and Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 550 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Backup collision intervention | 150 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3150 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 20% |
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 and Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 550 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Backup collision intervention | 150 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2400 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5i Touring
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 3.6R Touring
| 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% |
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