2025 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

Picture of the 2025 Lincoln Aviator

2025 Lincoln
Aviator

MSRP*: $57,830 to $87,395
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Outback

2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $29,995 to $44,730
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 MPG 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 78.6 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 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 All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 199.7 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 79.6 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Lincoln Aviator than the Subaru Outback. The Lincoln Aviator offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Subaru Outback, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lincoln Aviator as you will with the Subaru Outback, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Lincoln Aviator will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Outback, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Aviator is much wider than the Subaru Outback, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Lincoln Aviator, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Outback.

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

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

Utility
The Lincoln Aviator offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Outback, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Lincoln Aviator as you will in the Subaru Outback.