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Subaru Legacy 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Subaru Legacy vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,144 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited | |||
| Difference: $7,041 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,667 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited | |||
| Difference: $6,481 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Legacy | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5GT Limited | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $28,295 | $32,095 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $26,438 | $30,027 | $35,268 |
| Stability control | 300 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 389 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 75 | 75 |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 795 | 795 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 77 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,200 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Stability control | 275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 292 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 33 | 64 | 64 |
| Navigation system | 1,721 | 676 | 676 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 50 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,094 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 4,204 | 7,265 | 4,465 |
| Options (change) | 3,584 | 6,296 | 3,916 |
| Destination | 645 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $33,144 | $40,185 | $43,145 |
| Total Invoice | $30,667 | $37,148 | $40,009 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Legacy 2.5GT Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,511 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,218 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Legacy | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5GT Limited | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 243hp H4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/24 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 6 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $33,144 | $40,185 | $43,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,530 | -5,095 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,144 | $36,655 | $38,050 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,395 |
| Total Invoice | $30,667 | $37,148 | $40,009 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,263 | -4,725 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,667 | $33,885 | $35,284 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,399 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Legacy | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5GT Limited | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,800 | $9,330 | $10,895 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,530 | $5,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,263 | -4,725 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Legacy | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 68.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,435 lb. | 4,731 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 44.1 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.5 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.7 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.6 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
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