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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: $25,045

Honda Element EX   
Difference: $5,645

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,354

Honda Element EX   
Difference: $5,575

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020092009
ModelElementImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimEXWRX PremiumWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $22,635 $27,995 $34,995
Base Invoice $21,067 $26,389 $33,035
Navigation system 1,700 2,000 1,800
Satellite radio     453
BBS Package     2,000
Navigation system 1,577 1,845 1,670
Satellite radio     340
BBS Package     1,857
Options (change) 1,700 2,000 4,253
Options (change) 1,577 1,845 3,867
Destination 710 695 695
Total Price $25,045 $30,690 $39,943
Total Invoice $23,354 $28,929 $37,597

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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: $3,395
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,454
Model Year201020092009
ModelElementImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimEXWRX PremiumWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine166hp I4265hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionA5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)270, 7100, 1080, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/70-16225/40-17245/40-18
Total Price$25,045$30,690$39,943
Adjustments for Features0-2,250-4,100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,045$28,440$35,843
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,403
Total Invoice$23,354$28,929$37,597
Adjustments for Features0-2,121-3,859
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,354$26,808$33,738
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,930

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

Model Year201020092009
ModelElementImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimEXWRX PremiumWRX STI
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200$200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Rearview camera$200  
Rollover sensor$50  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Console with shifter $150$150
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150  
Overhead console storage compartments$100  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Removable cooler console$175  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Intermittent wipers$0  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Wiper de-icer $25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential  $275
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Hood scoop $100$100
Rear spoiler $200$200
Skid plate (one)$50  
Sunroof $900 
Infotainment 
SD Card slot$25  
Surround sound  $250
USB port$25  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors $25 
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates  $100
Floor mats $75$75
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Metal pedals $75$75
Removable second row seats$0  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,450$4,700$6,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,250$4,100
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,121-3,859

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

Model Year20102009
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 Weight3,516 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
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested800100%
Total Not Requested00%

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

BBS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125No
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested125100%

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