Volkswagen Routan Volkswagen Routan 2011 Subaru Outback Subaru Outback 2008

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

Join Us

Volkswagen Routan vs. Subaru Outback 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.

Volkswagen Routan vs. Subaru Outback Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,142

Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $3,068

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,553

Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited   
Difference: $4,124

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112008
ModelRoutanOutback
TrimSEL2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Wagon
Base Price $37,390 $30,995
Base Invoice $35,857 $28,795
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
Cargo net   42
Universal garage door opener   77
Navigation system   2,000
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,200
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
Cargo net   28
Universal garage door opener   50
Navigation system   1,822
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,094
Options (change) 0 3,502
Options (change) 0 3,113
Destination 820 645
Total Price $38,210 $35,142
Total Invoice $36,677 $32,553

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 Volkswagen Routan dealer quotes or Subaru Outback 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: Volkswagen Routan vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,028
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,166
Model Year20112008
ModelRoutanOutback
TrimSEL2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Wagon
Engine283hp V6243hp H4
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/65-17225/55-17
Total Price$38,210$35,142
Adjustments for Features-2,0400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,170$35,142
Total Invoice$36,677$32,553
Adjustments for Features-1,9580
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,719$32,553

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20112008
ModelRoutanOutback
TrimSEL2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Dual power sliding doors$800 
Power flip-out rear side windows$125 
Power liftgate$350 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Sunshades, second row$125 
Sunshades, third row$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo tray $40
Console with shifter $150
Overhead console storage compartments$100 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Removable console$200 
Roof rack $300
Roof rails$250 
Second-row under-floor storage$150 
Sliding center console$50 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250 
Rear HVAC unit$400 
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Hood scoop $100
Rear bumper protector$40 
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
DVD-compatible player$0 
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Surround sound $250
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Voice recorder$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Conversation mirror$25 
Fog lights $125
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Heated second row seats$200 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, third row seats$150 
Power-stowing third row seats$1000 
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$9,280$7,240
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,040$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,9580

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20112008
ModelRoutanOutback
Body4dr Minivan, ext.4dr Wagon
Wheelbase121.2 in105.1 in
Length202.5 in188.7 in
Width76.9 in69.7 in
Height68.9 in63.2 in
Curb Weight4,494 lb.3,605 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room63.0 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room64.7 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in52.6 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in33.9 in
Row 3 Headroom37.9 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room62.0 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom31.8 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.3 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
83.0 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
140.6 ft366.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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 Minivans
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.