Subaru Outback Subaru Outback 2008 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2008

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

Join Us

Subaru Outback 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 Outback vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,524

Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $4,076

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,798

Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $3,613

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008
ModelOutbackExplorerExplorer
Trim2.5 XT LimitedEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $30,995 $29,245 $32,395
Base Invoice $28,795 $27,273 $30,178
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 183    
Class II trailer hitch 369    
All-weather floor mats 55 55 55
Navigation system 2,000 1,995 1,995
Universal garage door opener 77    
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,200    
Sun and Sirius Package   560 560
Luxury Package   1,290  
4.6L V8   1,310 1,310
Cargo cover   90 90
Roof rack crossbars   115 115
Audiophile Package   510  
AWD   2,320 2,325
255/50R20   1,325 630
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 119    
Class II trailer hitch 240    
All-weather floor mats 33 47 47
Navigation system 1,822 1,696 1,696
Universal garage door opener 50    
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,094    
Sun and Sirius Package   476 476
Luxury Package   1,097  
4.6L V8   1,192 1,192
Cargo cover   77 77
Roof rack crossbars   97 97
Audiophile Package   433  
AWD   2,111 2,117
255/50R20   1,127 536
Options (change) 3,884 9,570 7,080
Options (change) 3,358 8,353 6,238
Destination 645 785 785
Total Price $35,524 $39,600 $40,260
Total Invoice $32,798 $36,411 $37,201

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 Outback 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 Outback vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,876
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,429
Model Year200820082008
ModelOutbackExplorerExplorer
Trim2.5 XT LimitedEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine243hp H4292hp V8292hp V8
TransmissionT5A6A6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG13/19 MPG13/19 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6190, 7190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17255/50-20255/50-20
Total Price$35,524$39,600$40,260
Adjustments for Features0-200-450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,524$39,400$39,810
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$410
Total Invoice$32,798$36,411$37,201
Adjustments for Features0-184-416
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,798$36,227$36,785
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$558

Return to top

Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year200820082008
ModelOutbackExplorerExplorer
Trim2.5 XT LimitedEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Full-size spare tire $225$225
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Temporary spare tire$150  
Cargo Management 
Cargo tray$40  
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150$150
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0  
Rear air vents $100$100
Wiper de-icer$25  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300  
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Hood scoop$100  
Rear bumper protector $40$40
Rear spoiler$200  
Running boards $350$350
Sunroof $900$900
Sunroof, large$1100  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Surround sound$250  
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates$100  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Memory system, driver seat $200$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
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  
Electronic systems calibration selector$200  
Polished alloy wheels $350$350
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$6,465$6,665$6,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$200$450
Value of Feature Adjustments0-184-416

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20082008
ModelOutbackExplorer
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase105.1 in113.7 in
Length188.7 in193.4 in
Width69.7 in73.7 in
Height63.2 in72.8 in
Curb Weight3,605 lb.4,706 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.6 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 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
33.5 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
33.543.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.2 ft383.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%
255/50R20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
255/50R20 tires400No
Polished alloy wheels0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested75059%
Total Not Requested52541%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audiophile Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%
255/50R20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
255/50R20 tires400No
Polished alloy wheels-250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested150100%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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 Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Subaru models.