8.2
2025 Subaru Outback review
The Outback is a bit of an oddball among modern SUVs, and that works in its favour. Even in upscale Touring XT trim, there's value to be had.
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Josh Nevett
2023 Subaru Outback vs 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Comparison
Subaru Outback
Jeep Grand Cherokee
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2023 Subaru
Outback
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2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.2
7.4
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Based on the Subaru Outback AWD TOURING XT
Based on the Jeep Grand Cherokee SUMMIT RESERVE 4xe PHEV (4x4)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
63L
460 to 567 km
87L
922 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
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$69,450 - $90,450
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CarExpert's Take
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Huge boot
- Soft, comfortable ride
- Still flying the wagon flag
Misses
- Lazy adaptive cruise control
- Fiddly infotainment system
- Fiddly indicators
Mike Costello
Senior Contributor
Mike Costello drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- A PHEV that can tow and go off-road
- Doesn't lack power or torque
- Luxurious interior, imposing exterior
Misses
- Overly steep list pricing
- EV range and hybrid efficiency
- Rear seat toe room
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Premium Paint (+$1,750)
Colours Available
Bright White is standard, while premium paint is a $1750 option across the range. The following finishes are available:
- Silver Zynith
- Baltic Grey
- Diamond Black
- Rocky Mountain
- Midnight Sky
- Hydro Blue
- Velvet Red
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Specs
| Type | ||
| DIRECT FUEL INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | SEQUENTIAL MPORT EFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2387 - 2498 | 3604 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.5L, 2.4L | 3.6L | |
| Induction | ||
| FLAT 4 | V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 138kW - 183kW | 210kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5200 - 5800 | 6400 | |
| Torque | ||
| 245Nm - 350Nm | 344Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2000 - 3400 | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.6 - 12 | 11.3 | |
