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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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Subaru Outback vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,578 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| Difference: $9,607 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,541 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| Difference: $10,457 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Explorer |
| Trim | 3.6R Limited | 3.6R Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $35,395 | $38,690 | $42,090 |
| Base Invoice | $33,064 | $36,089 | $40,196 |
| EyeSight and Navigation Package | 1,585 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 547 | 547 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 107 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | 458 | 458 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 101 | 101 | 120 |
| Remote start | 470 | 470 | |
| AWD | 2,150 | ||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | 570 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | ||
| Cargo cover | 130 | ||
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | ||
| EyeSight and Navigation Package | 1,323 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 410 | 410 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 69 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | 343 | 343 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 65 | 114 |
| Remote start | 352 | 352 | |
| AWD | 2,054 | ||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | 542 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 133 | ||
| Cargo cover | 124 | ||
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,268 | 1,576 | 6,100 |
| Options (change) | 2,562 | 1,170 | 5,807 |
| Destination | 915 | 915 | 995 |
| Total Price | $39,578 | $41,181 | $49,185 |
| Total Invoice | $36,541 | $38,174 | $46,998 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,822 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,796 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Explorer |
| Trim | 3.6R Limited | 3.6R Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 256hp H6 | 256hp H6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | CVT-6 | CVT-6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/27 MPG | 20/27 MPG | 16/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 576, 12 | 576, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $39,578 | $41,181 | $49,185 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -50 | -2,785 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,578 | $41,131 | $46,400 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,553 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $36,541 | $38,174 | $46,998 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -46 | -2,661 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,541 | $38,128 | $44,337 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,587 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Explorer |
| Trim | 3.6R Limited | 3.6R Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | $25 | |
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | $150 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | $25 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Seat cushion airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Seat cushion airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,925 | $7,975 | $10,710 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $50 | $2,785 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -46 | -2,661 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Outback | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,893 lb. | 4,633 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.1 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.5 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited
| EyeSight and Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 550 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Backup collision intervention | 150 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane sway warning | 25 | No |
| Lead vehicle start alert | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 2400 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Tow hook(s), front | 40 | No |
| Hill descent control | 250 | Yes |
| Terrain selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 49% |
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 10% |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
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