Subaru Outback Subaru Outback 2007 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2013

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

Join Us

Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,675

Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $4,150

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,453

Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $4,930

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072013
ModelOutbackGolf / GTI
Trim2.5 XT LimitedR
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Base Price $30,995 $34,795
Base Invoice $28,795 $33,403
All-weather floor mats 55 235
All-weather floor mats 33 185
Options (change) 55 235
Options (change) 33 185
Destination 625 795
Total Price $31,675 $35,825
Total Invoice $29,453 $34,383

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 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,916
Model Year20072013
ModelOutbackGolf / GTI
Trim2.5 XT LimitedR
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Engine243hp H4256hp I4
TransmissionM5M6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/26 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17225/40-18
Total Price$31,675$35,825
Adjustments for Features-1,0600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,615$35,825
Total Invoice$29,453$34,383
Adjustments for Features-9860
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,467$34,383

Return to top

Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20072013
ModelOutbackGolf / GTI
Trim2.5 XT LimitedR
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manual $150
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Roof rack$300 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents $100
Wiper de-icer$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside cladding$350 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Hood scoop$100 
Sunroof, large$1100 
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
Satellite radio $200
Surround sound$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$5,025$3,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,060$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-9860

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20072013
ModelOutbackGolf / GTI
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Wheelbase105.1 in101.5 in
Length188.7 in165.4 in
Width69.7 in70.3 in
Height63.2 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,535 lb.3,326 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
33.5 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.2 ft346.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
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.