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Honda Element vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Element vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,755

Honda Element EX   
Difference: $5,965

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,082

Honda Element EX   
Difference: $5,769

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092009201120112011
ModelElementElementImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimEXSCWRX PremiumWRX LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $22,385 $23,270 $27,995 $28,995 $35,995
Base Invoice $20,835 $21,656 $26,389 $27,312 $34,029
Navigation system 1,700 1,700 2,000 2,000 1,800
Satellite radio         427
Navigation system 1,577 1,577 1,737 1,737 1,564
Satellite radio         320
Options (change) 1,700 1,700 2,000 2,000 2,227
Options (change) 1,577 1,577 1,737 1,737 1,884
Destination 670 670 725 725 725
Total Price $24,755 $25,640 $30,720 $31,720 $38,947
Total Invoice $23,082 $23,903 $28,851 $29,774 $36,638

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Honda Element EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,115
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,073
Model Year20092009201120112011
ModelElementElementImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimEXSCWRX PremiumWRX LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine166hp I4166hp I4265hp H4265hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionA5M5M5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 7270, 7100, 10100, 10100, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/70-16225/55-18235/45-17235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$24,755$25,640$30,720$31,720$38,947
Adjustments for Features-8500-3,300-4,700-5,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,905$25,640$27,420$27,020$33,797
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,735$400$0$6,777
Total Invoice$23,082$23,903$28,851$29,774$36,638
Adjustments for Features-7930-3,099-4,412-4,845
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,289$23,903$25,752$25,362$31,793
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,614$390$0$6,431

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Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year20092009201120112011
ModelElementElementImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimEXSCWRX PremiumWRX LimitedWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900    
5-speed manual $0$0$0 
6-speed manual    $150
FWD$0$0   
AWD  $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200$200$200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0   
Rearview camera$200$200   
Rollover sensor$50$50   
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75$75
Console with shifter  $150$150$150
Console without shifter $150   
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150   
Overhead console storage compartments$100$100   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25   
Removable cooler console$175    
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200$200$200
Intermittent wipers$0$0   
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75$75
Wiper de-icer  $25$25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential    $275
Limited-slip front differential    $500
Limited-slip rear differential    $300
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275   
Hood scoop  $100$100$100
Rear spoiler  $200$200$200
Skid plate (one)$50$50   
Sunroof  $900$900 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100$100
iPod integration  $100$100$100
SD Card slot$25$25   
USB port$25$25   
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25$25
Fog lights  $125$125$125
Heated mirrors  $25$25$25
Interior ambient lighting$150$150   
Trip computer  $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors    $25
Xenon HID headlights   $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates    $100
Floor mats $75$75$75$75
Heated front seats  $200$200$200
Leather seating surfaces   $900$900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150$150
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75   
Metal pedals  $75$75$75
Removable second row seats$0$0   
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces    $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0   
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Total Value of Features$2,450$1,600$4,900$6,300$6,750
Value of Feature Adjustments$850$0$3,300$4,700$5,150
Value of Feature Adjustments-7930-3,099-4,412-4,845

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year20092011
ModelElementImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase101.4 in103.1 in
Length169.9 in173.8 in
Width71.6 in68.5 in
Height70.4 in58.5 in
Curb Weight3,434 lb.3,076 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom43.3 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.1 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
25.1 ft319.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
74.6 ft344.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport WRX Premium

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 100W, 10 speakers350No
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested80070%
Total Not Requested35030%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport WRX Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 100W, 10 speakers350No
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested80070%
Total Not Requested35030%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport WRX STI

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 100W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested60063%
Total Not Requested35037%

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