Subaru Impreza / WRX Subaru Impreza / WRX 2012 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2006

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Ford Explorer 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.

Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,564

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $10,876

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,976

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $8,944

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220062006
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXExplorerExplorer
Trim2.0i Limited2.0i Sport LimitedWRX LimitedEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $22,095 $22,595 $29,095 $30,200 $32,515
Base Invoice $20,982 $21,423 $27,405 $27,518 $29,578
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165 165    
Navigation Package 1,000 1,000      
Sunroof 1,000 1,000   850 850
Bodyside moldings 220 220 220    
Universal garage door opener 85 85 85    
Roof rack 249   229    
Navigation system     1,000 1,995 1,995
Side curtain airbags       560 560
Ultimate Convenience Group       350 350
Luxury Package       1,700  
Roof rack crossbars       60 60
Cargo cover       80 80
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107 107    
Navigation Package 888 888      
Sunroof 888 888   723 723
Bodyside moldings 143 143 143    
Universal garage door opener 56 56 56    
Roof rack 162   149    
Navigation system     888 1,696 1,696
Side curtain airbags       476 476
Ultimate Convenience Group       298 298
Luxury Package       1,445  
Roof rack crossbars       51 51
Cargo cover       68 68
Options (change) 2,719 2,470 1,699 5,595 3,895
Options (change) 2,244 2,082 1,343 4,757 3,312
Destination 750 750 750 645 645
Total Price $25,564 $25,815 $31,544 $36,440 $37,055
Total Invoice $23,976 $24,255 $29,498 $32,920 $33,535

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Subaru Impreza / WRX dealer quotes or Ford Explorer dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,246
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,309
Model Year20122012201220062006
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXExplorerExplorer
Trim2.0i Limited2.0i Sport LimitedWRX LimitedEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine148hp H4148hp H4265hp H4210hp V6210hp V6
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6M5A5A5
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6290, 7290, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/50-17235/45-17245/65-17245/65-17
Total Price$25,564$25,815$31,544$36,440$37,055
Adjustments for Features-900-9250-530-530
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,664$24,890$31,544$35,910$36,525
Cost Above Minimum$0$226$6,880$0$615
Total Invoice$23,976$24,255$29,498$32,920$33,535
Adjustments for Features-844-8690-479-480
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,132$23,386$29,498$32,441$33,055
Cost Above Minimum$0$254$6,366$0$614

Return to top

Features Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20122012201220062006
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXExplorerExplorer
Trim2.0i Limited2.0i Sport LimitedWRX LimitedEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100   
5-speed manual  $0  
5-speed automatic   $900$900
AWD$1700$1700$1700  
RWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad   $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals   $125$125
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   
Brake assist$50$50$50  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75   
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch   $200$200
Roof rack$300 $300$300$300
Roof rails $250   
Trailering equipment (4 wire)   $125$125
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control   $125$125
Interior air filter$0$0$0  
Rear air vents   $100$100
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25  
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275$275
Hood scoop  $100  
Rear spoiler$200$200$200  
Running boards   $350$350
Wheel-lip moldings $75 $75$75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100  
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325
CD player$125$125$125  
HD radio$50$50   
Satellite radio$200$200$200  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25   
Traffic information$25$25   
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 $125$125
Automatic-off headlights  $25  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver   $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger   $50$50
Visor mirror, driver$10$10$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10$10  
Xenon HID headlights  $500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50   
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Memory system, driver seat   $200$200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat   $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires   $0$0
Alloy wheels$350$350$350$350 
Polished alloy wheels    $350
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0   
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0  
White-letter tires   $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100   
Total Value of Features$5,095$5,120$4,195$4,725$4,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$900$925$0$530$530
Value of Feature Adjustments-844-8690-479-480

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20122006
ModelImpreza / WRXExplorer
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase104.1 in113.7 in
Length173.8 in193.4 in
Width68.5 in73.7 in
Height57.6 in72.8 in
Curb Weight2,912 lb.4,441 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.6 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in36.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in45.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
22.4 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
22.443.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
49.7 ft383.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
205/50VR17 tires400No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Total Requested60044%
Total Not Requested75056%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Sport Limited

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
205/50VR17 tires400No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Total Requested60044%
Total Not Requested75056%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested55032%
Total Not Requested117568%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Subaru models.