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Scion tC vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Scion tC vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,474

Scion tC   
Difference: $2

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,978

Scion tC   
Difference: $354

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008200820082008
ModeltCImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimBase2.5i PremiumWRXWRX PremiumWRX STIOutback Sport
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $17,000 $18,995 $24,850 $26,950 $34,995 $19,995
Base Invoice $16,150 $18,098 $23,461 $25,400 $33,010 $19,003
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 310 192 192 192 192 192
Rear spoiler 385          
Satellite radio 449 453 453 453 453 453
Cargo net 49 37 37 37   37
Rear bumper protector 58 69 69 69    
Fog lights 425          
Metal pedals 79          
Body kit 995          
Cargo mat 104          
Universal garage door opener   85 85 85 85 85
Aux input     97      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 225 125 125 125 125 125
Rear spoiler 285          
Satellite radio 359 340 340 340 340 340
Cargo net 34 24 24 24   24
Rear bumper protector 38 45 45 45    
Fog lights 320          
Metal pedals 49          
Body kit 833          
Cargo mat 65          
Universal garage door opener   55 55 55 55 55
Aux input     63      
Options (change) 2,854 836 933 836 730 767
Options (change) 2,208 589 652 589 520 544
Destination 620 645 645 645 645 645
Total Price $20,474 $20,476 $26,428 $28,431 $36,370 $21,407
Total Invoice $18,978 $19,332 $24,758 $26,634 $34,175 $20,192

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Scion tC vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 2.5i Premium
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,383
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $954
Model Year200820082008200820082008
ModeltCImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimBase2.5i PremiumWRXWRX PremiumWRX STIOutback Sport
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine161hp I4170hp H4224hp H4224hp H4305hp H4170hp H4
TransmissionM5M5M5M5M6M5
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 7100, 1080, 4100, 1080, 10100, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17205/55-16205/50-17205/50-17245/40-18205/50-17
Total Price$20,474$20,476$26,428$28,431$36,370$21,407
Adjustments for Features0-1,385-1,410-2,135-4,680-2,085
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,474$19,091$25,018$26,296$31,690$19,322
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$5,927$7,205$12,599$231
Total Invoice$18,978$19,332$24,758$26,634$34,175$20,192
Adjustments for Features0-1,308-1,321-2,000-4,398-1,967
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,978$18,024$23,437$24,634$29,777$18,225
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$5,413$6,610$11,753$201

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Features Comparison: Scion tC vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year200820082008200820082008
ModeltCImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback SportImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
TrimBase2.5i PremiumWRXWRX PremiumWRX STIOutback Sport
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0$0 $0
6-speed manual    $150 
FWD$0     
AWD $1700$1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200$200$200$200$200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150   $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats     $0
Brake assist $50$50$50$50$50
Knee airbag, driver$75     
Stability control $400$400$400$400$400
Traction control $100$100$100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40    $40
Cargo net$40$40$40$40 $40
Roof rack     $300
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200$200$200 
Interior air filter $0$0$0$0$0
Rear wiper $175$175$175$175$175
Wiper de-icer   $25 $25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential    $275 
Limited-slip front differential    $500 
Limited-slip rear differential    $300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0  $0$0 
Bodyside moldings     $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  $25$25 
Hood scoop  $100$100$100 
Panoramic sunroof$1200     
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40$40  
Wheel-lip moldings     $75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 $125$125$125
CD changer, in-dash $325 $325$325$325
CD player$125 $125   
iPod integration$100     
Surround sound    $250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0$0$0$0
Fog lights$125$125 $125 $125
Heated mirrors   $25 $25
Trip computer $150$150$150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25   $25 
Xenon HID headlights    $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates    $100 
Floor mats $75$75$75$75$75
Folding passenger seat$150     
Heated front seats   $200 $200
Leather seating surfaces    $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150$150$150
Manual recliner, second row seats$75     
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50     
Metal pedals$75 $75$75$75 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces    $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension     $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0 
Total Value of Features$2,420$3,805$3,830$4,555$7,100$4,505
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,385$1,410$2,135$4,680$2,085
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,308-1,321-2,000-4,398-1,967

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See a complete comparison of Scion tC vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport features.

Specifications Comparison: Scion tC vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

Model Year20082008
ModeltCImpreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in103.1 in
Length174.0 in173.8 in
Width69.1 in68.5 in
Height55.7 in58.5 in
Curb Weight2,906 lb.3,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.6 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room50.0 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.6 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		12.8 ft319.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		35.4 ft344.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Scion tC vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport specs.

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport 2.5i Premium

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport WRX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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