Subaru Outback Subaru Outback 2009 Mercedes-Benz GLA Mercedes-Benz GLA 2016

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

Join Us

Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA 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. Mercedes-Benz GLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,250

Subaru Outback 2.5i   
Difference: $10,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,252

Subaru Outback 2.5i   
Difference: $9,657

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092009200920162016
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackGLAGLA
Trim2.5i2.5 XT Limited3.0R LimitedGLA250AMG GLA45
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $22,295 $31,595 $32,095 $32,500 $49,580
Base Invoice $21,020 $29,367 $29,924 $30,225 $46,109
Limited Package 5,000        
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 183 183      
Navigation system 2,000 2,000 2,000    
Universal garage door opener 77 77 77    
Metal pedals     149    
Garmin Map Pilot       600 600
Power passenger seat       400  
Interior Package       1,700  
Premium Package       2,400 2,400
Metallic paint (extra cost)       720 720
Panoramic sunroof       1,480 1,480
Leather seating surfaces         1,500
Limited Package 4,538        
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 119 119      
Navigation system 1,830 1,823 1,822    
Universal garage door opener 50 50 50    
Metal pedals     94    
Garmin Map Pilot       528 528
Power passenger seat       372  
Interior Package       1,581  
Premium Package       2,232 2,232
Metallic paint (extra cost)       670 670
Panoramic sunroof       1,376 1,376
Leather seating surfaces         1,395
Options (change) 7,260 2,260 2,226 7,300 6,700
Options (change) 6,537 1,992 1,966 6,759 6,201
Destination 695 695 695 925 925
Total Price $30,250 $34,550 $35,016 $40,725 $57,205
Total Invoice $28,252 $32,054 $32,585 $37,909 $53,235

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 Mercedes-Benz GLA 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. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 2.5i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,835
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,269
Model Year20092009200920162016
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackGLAGLA
Trim2.5i2.5 XT Limited3.0R LimitedGLA250AMG GLA45
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine170hp H4243hp H4245hp H6208hp I4375hp I4
TransmissionM5M5T5S7S7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9440, 9440, 9450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17225/55-17225/55-17235/50-18235/45-19
Total Price$30,250$34,550$35,016$40,725$57,205
Adjustments for Features0-125-1,200-3,640-6,775
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,250$34,425$33,816$37,085$50,430
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,175$3,566$0$13,345
Total Invoice$28,252$32,054$32,585$37,909$53,235
Adjustments for Features0-116-1,117-3,388-6,305
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,252$31,938$31,468$34,521$46,930
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,686$3,216$0$12,409

Return to top

Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20092009200920162016
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackGLAGLA
Trim2.5i2.5 XT Limited3.0R LimitedGLA250AMG GLA45
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0   
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000  
7-speed automated manual   $1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700 $1700
FWD   $0 
Accessories 
Power liftgate   $350$350
Proximity key   $250$250
Remote app   $25$25
Remote window/roof operation   $15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200$200
Brake assist   $50$50
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150
Forward collision warning   $200$200
Hill descent control   $250$250
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0$0
Rollover sensor   $50$50
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150  
Tires, run-flat   $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based    $100
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150$150$150 $150
Console without shifter   $150 
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25
Rear seat pass-through   $100$100
Roof rack$300    
Roof rails   $250$250
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125$125  
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers   $175$175
Rear air vents   $100$100
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75  
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300$300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150$150
Dual-mode exhaust    $250
Exterior 
Body kit    $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350$350  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   $25$25
Front splitter spoiler    $200
Hood scoop $100   
Panoramic sunroof   $1200$1200
Sunroof, large$1100$1100$1100  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link   $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325  
CD player   $125$125
DVD-compatible player   $0$0
HD radio   $50$50
Satellite radio   $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Traffic information   $25$25
USB port   $25$25
Voice control for nav and audio   $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75$75
Automatic headlights   $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25$25  
Chronometer    $100
Fog light, rear   $100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125$125 
Interior ambient lighting    $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   $150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights    $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim    $100
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100$100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50  
Memory system, driver seat   $200$200
Memory system, passenger seat   $150$150
Metal pedals  $75 $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces    $450
Upholstered instrument panel   $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)    $0
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0$0$0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100$100
Total Value of Features$4,850$4,975$6,050$8,490$11,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$125$1,200$3,640$6,775
Value of Feature Adjustments0-116-1,117-3,388-6,305

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20092016
ModelOutbackGLA
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase105.1 in106.3 in
Length188.7 in173.9 in
Width69.7 in71.0 in
Height63.2 in60.0 in
Curb Weight3,331 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.14.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
33.5 ft317.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.2 ft343.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5i

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Deep-tinted rear windows275Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Sunroof, large1100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Roof rack crossbars50No
Cargo cover75Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Mud guards75No
Wiper de-icer25No
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
225/55VR17 tires400No
Total Requested442576%
Total Not Requested140024%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250

Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60083%
Total Not Requested12517%
Power passenger seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested20029%
Total Not Requested50071%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Remote window/roof operation15No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90074%
Total Not Requested31526%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested70044%
Total Not Requested87556%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA45

Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested60083%
Total Not Requested12517%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested70044%
Total Not Requested87556%

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.