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Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class 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. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,292 Subaru Outback 2.5i | ||||||||
| Difference: $63,673 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,280 Subaru Outback 2.5i | ||||||||
| Difference: $59,239 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R Limited | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $22,295 | $31,595 | $32,095 | $91,000 | $93,650 | $138,000 | $158,050 | $209,000 |
| Base Invoice | $21,020 | $29,367 | $29,924 | $84,630 | $87,095 | $128,340 | $146,987 | $194,370 |
| Limited Package | 5,000 | |||||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | ||||||
| Universal garage door opener | 77 | 77 | 77 | |||||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | 42 | |||||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||||
| Metal pedals | 149 | |||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | |||||
| Limited Package | 4,538 | |||||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | ||||||
| Universal garage door opener | 50 | 50 | 50 | |||||
| Cargo net | 28 | 28 | 28 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,830 | 1,823 | 1,822 | |||||
| Metal pedals | 94 | |||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | |||||
| Options (change) | 7,302 | 2,302 | 2,268 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 6,565 | 2,020 | 1,994 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 695 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 2,600 | 2,100 |
| Total Price | $30,292 | $34,592 | $35,058 | $93,965 | $96,615 | $140,965 | $161,525 | $211,975 |
| Total Invoice | $28,280 | $32,082 | $32,613 | $87,519 | $89,984 | $131,229 | $150,462 | $197,345 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 2.5i | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $57,793 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $53,762 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R Limited | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 243hp H4 | 245hp H6 | 275hp V6 H | 382hp V8 | 536hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 621hp V12 |
| Transmission | M5 | M5 | T5 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 9 | 440, 9 | 440, 9 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 1200, 15 | 1200, 15 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 255/45-18 | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 | 255/45-19 | 255/35-20 |
| Total Price | $30,292 | $34,592 | $35,058 | $93,965 | $96,615 | $140,965 | $161,525 | $211,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -125 | -1,200 | -5,880 | -5,980 | -11,830 | -18,205 | -18,205 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,292 | $34,467 | $33,858 | $88,085 | $90,635 | $129,135 | $143,320 | $193,770 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,175 | $3,566 | $0 | $2,550 | $41,050 | $55,235 | $105,685 |
| Total Invoice | $28,280 | $32,082 | $32,613 | $87,519 | $89,984 | $131,229 | $150,462 | $197,345 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -116 | -1,116 | -5,477 | -5,570 | -11,013 | -16,958 | -16,949 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,280 | $31,966 | $31,497 | $82,042 | $84,414 | $120,216 | $133,504 | $180,396 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,686 | $3,217 | $0 | $2,372 | $38,174 | $51,462 | $98,354 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R Limited | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Night vision | $1750 | $1750 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Pedestrian detection, night | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | |||||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||||||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |||||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,925 | $6,050 | $7,125 | $11,805 | $11,905 | $17,755 | $24,130 | $24,130 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $125 | $1,200 | $5,880 | $5,980 | $11,830 | $18,205 | $18,205 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -116 | -1,116 | -5,477 | -5,570 | -11,013 | -16,958 | -16,949 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Outback | S-Class |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 124.6 in |
| Length | 188.7 in | 206.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 63.2 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,331 lb. | 4,456 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.0 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 44.1 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.7 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.6 in | 59.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 42.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5i
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 275 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | Yes |
| Cargo cover | 75 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Mud guards | 75 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 225/55VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 4300 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 26% |
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