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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: $37,967 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| Difference: $9,708 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,201 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited | |||
| Difference: $8,662 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| 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 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $33,064 | $36,089 | $35,268 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 547 | 547 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 458 | 458 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 101 | 101 | 75 |
| Cargo net | 81 | 81 | |
| Remote start | 470 | 470 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | ||
| AWD | 2,000 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Cargo cover | 135 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 410 | 410 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 343 | 343 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 65 | 64 |
| Cargo net | 52 | 52 | |
| Remote start | 352 | 352 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | ||
| AWD | 1,820 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||
| Cargo cover | 115 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,657 | 1,657 | 8,995 |
| Options (change) | 1,222 | 1,222 | 7,770 |
| Destination | 915 | 915 | 825 |
| Total Price | $37,967 | $41,262 | $47,675 |
| Total Invoice | $35,201 | $38,226 | $43,863 |
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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: $5,103 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,425 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| 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 | 17/23 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 | $37,967 | $41,262 | $47,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,140 | -4,605 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,967 | $38,122 | $43,070 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $155 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,201 | $38,226 | $43,863 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,909 | -4,237 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,201 | $35,317 | $39,626 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $116 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| 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 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | ||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | $10 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| 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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Navigation app | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| 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 | $7,550 | $10,690 | $12,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,140 | $4,605 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,909 | -4,237 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Outback | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,893 lb. | 4,731 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.1 in | 61.3 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 | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 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 | 35.5 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.5 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | Yes |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| 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% |
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2575 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 38% |
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