2025 Subaru
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2025 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 21 - 26 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 32 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 75.6 ft3 | 90.2 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 182 - 260 hp | 278 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,700 - 3,500 lbs | 6,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 191.3 - 191.9 in | 194.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.2 - 74.6 in | 77.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 34.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 in |
Front 39.7 in
Rear 37.8 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Outback than in the Toyota 4Runner.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Subaru Outback and the Toyota 4Runner.
Convenience
The Subaru Outback requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota 4Runner, making it more convenient to drive.
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). When looking only at MSRP, the Subaru Outback will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota 4Runner.
Dimensions
Since the Subaru Outback is much slimmer than the Toyota 4Runner, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
When looking at overall length, the Subaru Outback takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota 4Runner.
Handling
The Subaru Outback has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Toyota 4Runner, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Subaru Outback for pulling heavy loads.
The Subaru Outback has a little less horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Subaru Outback doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota 4Runner.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Outback and the Toyota 4Runner.
The Subaru Outback has less cargo space than the Toyota 4Runner, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.