2019 Subaru Outback vs 2020 Toyota Highlander
Overview | |
MSRP$26,345 | MSRP$34,600 |
Listings35 | Listings51 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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2019 Subaru Outback Reviews Summary | |
2020 Toyota Highlander Reviews SummaryMidsize three-row SUVs are all spacious and powerful, but only the Toyota Highlander reaches the premium threshold for passenger comfort. Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander's revised styling and technology are secondary to its silent operation, soft ride, and cosseting interior. The upper trims feel and drive just like a Lexus, without the upcharge. There is nothing exciting about a Highlander, and yet, there is no other SUV in the $40,000 to $55,000 range that feels so effortless and tranquil. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 175 hp H4 | Engine3.5L 295 hp V6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower295 hp @ 6600 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 175 hp H4 | Engine Name3.5L 295 hp V6 |
Torque174 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower295 hp @ 6600 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space35.5 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3624 lbs | Curb Weight4145 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height68.1 in |
Length189.9 in | Length194.9 in |
Width81.3 in | Width76.0 in |
Wheelbase108.1 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1071 lbs | Maximum Payload1685 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $26,345 | $34,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Midsize three-row SUVs are all spacious and powerful, but only the Toyota Highlander reaches the premium threshold for passenger comfort. Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander's revised styling and technology are secondary to its silent operation, soft ride, and cosseting interior. The upper trims feel and drive just like a Lexus, without the upcharge. There is nothing exciting about a Highlander, and yet, there is no other SUV in the $40,000 to $55,000 range that feels so effortless and tranquil. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 175 hp H4 | 3.5L 295 hp V6 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5800 rpm | 295 hp @ 6600 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 175 hp H4 | 3.5L 295 hp V6 |
Torque | 174 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5800 rpm | 295 hp @ 6600 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 35.5 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3624 lbs | 4145 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 189.9 in | 194.9 in |
Width | 81.3 in | 76.0 in |
Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1071 lbs | 1685 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2700 lbs | 5000 lbs |

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