2025 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

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2025 Chevrolet
Suburban

MSRP*: $61,500 to $84,200
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2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $29,010 to $42,910
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MPG - City Info not available 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 9 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 144.5 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 5.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 7,900 - 8,200 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 226.3 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 81.0 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Suburban than in the Subaru Outback. The Chevrolet Suburban will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Subaru Outback.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Suburban will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Outback, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Suburban is much wider than the Subaru Outback, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Suburban, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Outback.

Handling
The Chevrolet Suburban has a significantly larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Suburban is clearly the choice over the Subaru Outback for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Suburban greatly out-muscles the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Suburban does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Outback.

Utility
The Chevrolet Suburban offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Outback, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Chevrolet Suburban, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Outback.