2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs 2025 Subaru Outback
Overview | |
MSRP$62,650 | MSRP$29,995 |
Listings96 | Listings35 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reviews Summary | |
2025 Subaru Outback Reviews SummaryOne of the nameplates that helped define the crossover craze now stands out as strikingly different. The 2025 Subaru Outback is one of the last remaining station wagons on the market. However, given that it's currently based on the discontinued Subaru Legacy sedan, the Outback is likely to shift away from its current low-slung long-roof shape soon. That means this could be your last opportunity to park Crocodile Dundee’s favourite ride in your driveway. Verdict: The Outback offers a unique combination of practicality and value, but it’s held back by lackluster tech. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.3 cu ft | Cargo Space32.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4916 lbs | Curb Weight3641 lbs |
Height70.8 in | Height66.4 in |
Length193.9 in | Length191.1 in |
Width84.9 in | Width82.0 in |
Wheelbase117.9 in | Wheelbase108.1 in |
Maximum Payload1455 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $62,650 | $29,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | One of the nameplates that helped define the crossover craze now stands out as strikingly different. The 2025 Subaru Outback is one of the last remaining station wagons on the market. However, given that it's currently based on the discontinued Subaru Legacy sedan, the Outback is likely to shift away from its current low-slung long-roof shape soon. That means this could be your last opportunity to park Crocodile Dundee’s favourite ride in your driveway. Verdict: The Outback offers a unique combination of practicality and value, but it’s held back by lackluster tech. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.3 cu ft | 32.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4916 lbs | 3641 lbs |
Height | 70.8 in | 66.4 in |
Length | 193.9 in | 191.1 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 82.0 in |
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 108.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1455 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | 2700 lbs |

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